Eleven climbers died during the 2008 K2 disaster, one of the deadliest incidents in the history of high-altitude mountaineering.
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Eleven climbers died during the 2008 K2 disaster, one of the deadliest incidents in the history of high-altitude mountaineering.
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Pemba Gyalje Sherpa stood on the treacherous slopes of K2 in August 2008, witnessing one of the deadliest disasters in mountaineering history. Directed by Nick Ryan, The Summit recounts the events that led to the deaths of 11 climbers during their ascent and descent. The film combines documentary footage with dramatized recreations filmed on the Eiger and Jungfraujoch glacier in Switzerland. It features accounts from climbers like Fredrik Sträng and Cecilie Skog, revealing the chaos that unfolded on the mountain.
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- See real footage from the 2008 K2 disaster.
- Meet climbers like Pemba Gyalje Sherpa and Cecilie Skog.
- Find out about the film's awards at Sundance and IFTA.
Did You Know
- 11 climbers died during the K2 disaster in August 2008.
- The film was filmed on the North face of the Eiger in March 2011.
- The film won Best Editing at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival.
- The film received a score of 63 out of 100 on Metacritic from 17 critics.
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What disaster does The Summit documentary focus on?
The Summit focuses on the 2008 K2 disaster, during which 11 climbers died.
Who directed The Summit?
The Summit was directed by Nick Ryan.
What awards did The Summit win?
The Summit won Best Editing at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival and an IFTA award for Best Documentary in 2014.
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