Alex Lowe's body was found in 2016, 17 years after he was killed by an avalanche on Mount Shishapangma in 1999.
“The bigger the life, the greater the risk.”
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Alex Lowe's body was found in 2016, 17 years after he was killed by an avalanche on Mount Shishapangma in 1999.
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On October 5, 1999, Alex Lowe died in an avalanche on Mount Shishapangma in Tibet. His best friend, Conrad Anker, survived and later married Alex's widow, Jennifer. Max Lowe, their eldest son, reflects on his father's legacy in the documentary "Torn." The film includes interviews with family members and archival footage of Alex's climbing adventures. In 2016, climbers discovered Alex's body, prompting the family to travel to Tibet for his cremation. The film addresses themes of loss and family dynamics.
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Why Watch
- See Max Lowe's personal story of loss and discovery.
- Meet climber Conrad Anker, who married Alex's widow.
- Find out about the 2016 discovery of Alex's body.
Did You Know
- Alex Lowe died in an avalanche on October 5, 1999.
- His body was discovered 17 years later, in 2016.
- The film premiered at the 2021 Telluride Film Festival.
- Torn scored 100% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 19 reviews.
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Who directed the documentary Torn?
Torn was directed by Max Lowe.
When was Alex Lowe's body discovered?
Alex Lowe's body was discovered in 2016, 17 years after his death in 1999.
What was the premiere date of Torn?
Torn had its world premiere at the 2021 Telluride Film Festival.
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