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The film covers the first ascent of Aconcagua's south face in February 1954 by a French team led by René Ferlet. The team included climbers Lucien Bérardini, Adrien Dagory, Edmond Denis, Pierre Lesueur, Robert Paragot, and Guy Poulet. Over seven days, they faced severe conditions that led to significant physical consequences for the climbers.
The documentary details the extreme frostbite suffered by the climbers, resulting in amputations for all except Robert Paragot. Lucien Bérardini lost part of his left hand due to the harsh conditions. The film captures the intense struggle and the physical toll of high-altitude mountaineering.
Why Watch
- •See the first ascent of Aconcagua's south face.
- •Meet climbers who faced severe frostbite.
- •Find out about Lucien Bérardini's amputation.
Did You Know
•The first ascent of Aconcagua's south face occurred in February 1954.
•The climbing team consisted of six members led by René Ferlet.
•All climbers except Robert Paragot suffered severe frostbite.
•Lucien Bérardini lost part of his left hand due to frostbite.
Perfect For
Mountaineering enthusiastsHistory buffsAdventure sports fans