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Beyond the Heights is a 2015 Pakistani documentary directed by Jawad Sharif. It tells the story of Samina Baig, a 21-year-old mountaineer who became the first Pakistani woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. The film features Samina Baig alongside her brother, Mirza Ali Baig, who at 29 became the youngest Pakistani man to conquer Everest. The narrative focuses on Samina's determination and the obstacles she faced as a small-town girl pursuing her dream of mountaineering.
The film premiered on March 5, 2015, in Islamabad and was released on limited screens across Pakistan. It runs for 47 minutes and is produced by Mirza Ali Baig under Bipolar Films. The documentary is presented in both English and Urdu, providing insight into the lives of these mountaineers and the motivation that drives them to achieve their goals against all odds.
Why Watch
- •Meet Samina Baig, Everest's first Pakistani woman summiter.
- •Follow Mirza Ali Baig, the youngest Pakistani Everest conqueror.
- •See the struggles of a small-town girl achieving her dreams.
Did You Know
•Samina Baig is the first Pakistani woman to summit Mount Everest.
•Mirza Ali Baig became the youngest Pakistani man to conquer Everest at age 29.
•The film premiered on March 5, 2015, in Islamabad.
•The documentary has a runtime of 47 minutes.
Perfect For
Mountaineering enthusiastsPakistani cinema fansWomen in sports