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Documentary backdrop image for K2: The Impossible Descent (2020)
66 minNRdocumentary
6.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

8,611 meters is the height of K2, where Andrzej Bargiel attempts the first ski descent from the summit on July 22, 2018.

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Why Watch

  • See Andrzej Bargiel ski down K2's steep slopes.
  • Meet the team including Hilaree Nelson and Jimmy Chin.
  • Find out what it takes to prepare for extreme skiing.

Did You Know

  • K2 stands at 8,611 meters, making it the second-highest mountain.
  • The film features a 66-minute runtime.
  • Andrzej Bargiel is a Polish ski mountaineer known for this expedition.
  • The documentary was released in 2020.

Perfect For

Extreme sports enthusiastsMountain climbing fansSkiing aficionados
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Polish ski mountaineer featured in the documentary?

Andrzej Bargiel is the Polish ski mountaineer featured in the documentary.

What is the height of K2?

K2 stands at 8,611 meters, making it the world's second-highest mountain.

What year did Andrzej Bargiel attempt to descend K2 on skis?

Andrzej Bargiel attempted to descend K2 on skis on July 22, 2018.

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