Bill Briggs, a pioneer of extreme skiing, is featured alongside modern athletes Doug Coombs and Chris Davenport in a look at the sport's evolution.
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Bill Briggs, a pioneer of extreme skiing, is featured alongside modern athletes Doug Coombs and Chris Davenport in a look at the sport's evolution.
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Bill Briggs made history with his first descent of the Grand Teton in the 1970s, marking a significant moment in the evolution of extreme skiing. "Steep" traces the sport's development from its early days to contemporary athletes like Doug Coombs and Chris Davenport, who push the limits of skiing techniques. Filmed in locations such as Alaska and the French Alps, the documentary features breathtaking footage of steep descents and candid interviews with ski legends. It addresses the risks and dedication involved in this high-adrenaline discipline.
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- See Bill Briggs' iconic Grand Teton descent.
- Meet legendary skiers like Doug Coombs and Shane McConkey.
- Follow breathtaking skiing footage from Alaska and Iceland.
Did You Know
- Bill Briggs made the first descent of the Grand Teton in the 1970s.
- Steep premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival.
- The film was released on DVD on March 18, 2008.
- As of July 2010, 51% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave it a positive review.
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Who directed the documentary Steep?
Steep was directed by Mark Obenhaus.
What year was Steep released?
Steep was released in 2007.
What percentage of critics gave Steep a positive review on Rotten Tomatoes?
As of July 2010, 51% of 41 professional critics gave Steep a positive review on Rotten Tomatoes.
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