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202419 minPGdoc-short

Jamie

202419 minPGdoc-short

At age 69, alpinist Jamie Logan faced her greatest challenge: living openly as a woman after years of climbing some of the world's most dangerous peaks.

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Darcy Hennessey Turenne

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At age 69, alpinist Jamie Logan faced her greatest challenge: living openly as a woman after years of climbing some of the world's most dangerous peaks.

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Darcy Hennessey Turennedirector

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At age 69, Jamie Logan, a noted alpinist, faces a new challenge. She decides to live openly as a woman after decades in a male-dominated sport. Known for tackling some of the world’s most dangerous climbs, Logan reflects on her life in the mountains and the fear that comes with her personal truth. The film runs for 19 minutes and premiered in 2024.

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