First Ascent (2006)

  • G
  • 10/14/2006 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 30m

Some mountains are too difficult, too dangerous or too damn crazy to climb! That's why they do it.

Overview

The classic film that inspired the National Geographic Series. Join a global quest with world-class climbers in pursuit of the ultimate goal: the first ascent. Featuring Dean Potter, Timmy O'Neill, Sonnie Trotter, and the amazing Didier Berthod on his quest for the first ascent of the Cobra Crack.

Nick Rosen

Writer, Director

Peter Mortimer

Writer, Director

Cast

Didier Berthod's headshot

Didier Berthod

Self
David Lama's headshot

David Lama

Self
Timmy O'Neill's headshot

Timmy O'Neill

Self - Host
Dean Potter's headshot

Dean Potter

Self
Sonny Trotter's headshot

Sonny Trotter

Self
Derek Hersey's headshot

Derek Hersey

Self

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