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Steep is a documentary that covers the history of extreme and Big Mountain Skiing, tracing its origins back to the 1960s and 1970s in North America and Europe. It features significant events such as Bill Briggs' first descent of the Grand Teton, showcasing the evolution of the sport through various interviews and footage of prominent ski personalities like Doug Coombs and Glen Plake.
The film was shot in High Definition across multiple locations, including Alaska, France, Canada, and Iceland. It premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival and was later released on DVD by Sony Pictures Classics in March 2008. The narrative is provided by actor Peter Krause and ski mountaineer Louis Dawson, adding depth to the stories of the featured athletes.
Why Watch
- •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.
Perfect For
Extreme sports enthusiastsSkiing fansDocumentary lovers