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Deep Dive: Winter on the Blade (2020)

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Winter on the Blade
Winter on the Blade follows a team of adventurers as they attempt to climb Blade Ridge on Federation Peak, one of Australia's most dangerous climbing routes. The film captures the intense conditions of the Southwest Wilderness, particularly during the wettest winter ever recorded in Tasmania in 2020. The climbers face extreme weather and challenging terrain, pushing their limits both physically and mentally. The documentary provides a detailed look at the climbing experience, emphasizing the risks involved in tackling such a formidable peak. It presents the natural beauty of Tasmania while also highlighting the unpredictability of winter weather in mountainous regions, creating a vivid backdrop for the climbers' efforts.

Why Watch

  • •Follow climbers on Blade Ridge in Tasmania.
  • •See the effects of extreme winter weather.
  • •Meet adventurers pushing their limits.

Did You Know

•Blade Ridge is located on Federation Peak, a challenging climbing route.
•2020 was recorded as the wettest winter in Tasmania's history.
•The film has a total duration of 45 minutes.

Perfect For

Mountain climbing enthusiastsAdventure sports fansNature documentary lovers