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High Tension follows climbers Ueli Steck, Simone Moro, and Jon Griffith as they attempt to ascend the Western Spur of Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen or fixed ropes. The film captures the tension between these climbers and the Sherpas, who are tasked with equipping the mountain with fixed ropes essential for commercial expeditions. The conflict escalates at Camp 2, leading to a physical confrontation that forces the trio to abandon their climb.
The documentary is filmed by the Réel Rock crew, who document the chaos surrounding the confrontation. The film provides a raw look at the dynamics between elite climbers and the Sherpa community, highlighting the complexities of climbing Everest in a commercialized environment. It presents a candid portrayal of the physical and emotional stakes involved in high-altitude climbing.
Why Watch
- •Watch Ueli Steck tackle Everest without supplemental oxygen.
- •See the intense conflict between climbers and Sherpas at Camp 2.
- •Find out how the Réel Rock crew captures real climbing chaos.
Did You Know
•Ueli Steck, Simone Moro, and Jon Griffith do not use oxygen on Everest.
•The confrontation at Camp 2 involved physical attacks with a Sherpa water bottle.
•The Sherpas were equipping the mountain with fixed ropes up to Camp 3.
Perfect For
Mount Everest enthusiastsExtreme sports fansClimbing community