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Annapurna South Face

Annapurna South Face

Jun 01, 1971 · 55m

Rated 7.5 out of 10

Director

John Edwards

Overview

This entertaining film documents the first ascent of the very difficult South Face of Annapurna, a huge Himalayan wall that the right team could achieve the seemingly impossible. The ascent of the South Face of Annapurna in 1970 was one of those breakthrough ascents - both technically and psychologically. Chris Bonington assembled the cream of British mountaineering and American Tom Frost for the attempt. The documentary is punctuated by wry observation, understatement and cutting humor from a by-gone age when the game of taking huge risks was matched by a determination not to take it too seriously.

Crew of Annapurna South Face

About Annapurna South Face

What is Annapurna South Face about?

This entertaining film documents the first ascent of the very difficult South Face of Annapurna, a huge Himalayan wall that the right team could achieve the seemingly impossible. The ascent of the South Face of Annapurna in 1970 was one of those breakthrough ascents - both technically and psychologically. Chris Bonington assembled the cream of British mountaineering and American Tom Frost for…

When was Annapurna South Face released?

Annapurna South Face was released on June 1, 1971.

How long is Annapurna South Face?

Annapurna South Face runs 55 minutes.

Who directed Annapurna South Face?

Annapurna South Face was directed by John Edwards.

Who is in the cast of Annapurna South Face?

The cast of Annapurna South Face includes Chris Bonington (Self), Tom Frost (Himself), Martin Boysen (Himself), Mike Burke (Himself) and Ian Clough (Himself).

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