From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant
Dec 01, 1910 · 10m
Director
Arrigo FrustaOverview
In 1910, Arrigo Frusta and the operator Giovanni B. Vitrotti took the camera up to the 4000 meters high of the Mont Blanc chain to make three short mountaineering films for the Società Anonima Ambrosio. They were the first in Italy to realize documentaries in the high mountains. In this second film, a party of three mountaineers, including Arrigo Frusta make a mountaineering ascent from Cormayeur up to the Col du Geant by the Rifugio Torino. The purpose of the film is to show the beauty and spectacularity of the high mountain landscapes and the the fascination of those who venture to conquer the high peaks. The other two films of the series are: 'Escursioni sulla catena del Monte Bianco' and 'Sulle dentate scintillanti'.
Cast of From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant
Crew of From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant
About From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant
What is From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant about?
In 1910, Arrigo Frusta and the operator Giovanni B. Vitrotti took the camera up to the 4000 meters high of the Mont Blanc chain to make three short mountaineering films for the Società Anonima Ambrosio. They were the first in Italy to realize documentaries in the high mountains. In this second film, a party of three mountaineers, including Arrigo Frusta make a mountaineering ascent from…
When was From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant released?
From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant was released on December 1, 1910.
How long is From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant?
From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant runs 10 minutes.
Who directed From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant?
From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant was directed by Arrigo Frusta.
Who is in the cast of From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant?
The cast of From Courmayeur to the Col du Geant includes Arrigo Frusta (Self).