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Hoggar

Hoggar

Jan 01, 1959 · 40m

Rated 10 out of 10

Director

Jacques Ertaud

Overview

A 1959 documentary about climbing in the Hoggar Mountains of Algeria. For the first time, a mountain expedition was organized for 60 young aspiring climbers, accompanied by renowned mountaineers such as Lionel Terray, Lucien Bérardini, Maurice Herzog, and Jean-Paul Gardinier. In two weeks, dozens of new routes, often extremely difficult, were established. Jacques Ertaud's camera followed the climbers through all the challenging sections of the first ascent of the south spur of Assekrem.

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About Hoggar

What is Hoggar about?

A 1959 documentary about climbing in the Hoggar Mountains of Algeria. For the first time, a mountain expedition was organized for 60 young aspiring climbers, accompanied by renowned mountaineers such as Lionel Terray, Lucien Bérardini, Maurice Herzog, and Jean-Paul Gardinier. In two weeks, dozens of new routes, often extremely difficult, were established. Jacques Ertaud's camera followed the…

When was Hoggar released?

Hoggar was released on January 1, 1959.

How long is Hoggar?

Hoggar runs 40 minutes.

Who directed Hoggar?

Hoggar was directed by Jacques Ertaud.

Who is in the cast of Hoggar?

The cast of Hoggar includes Lionel Terray (Self), Lucien Bérardini (Self), Maurice Herzog (Self) and Jean-Paul Gardinier (Self).

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