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61% Critic Match
First Ascent
“Some mountains are too difficult, too dangerous or too damn crazy to climb! That's why they do it.”
6.1 / 10• 2006• 1h 32m•G• English
Documentary
Storyline
The classic film that inspired the National Geographic Series. Join a global quest with world-class climbers in pursuit of the ultimate goal: the first ascent. Featuring Dean Potter, Timmy O'Neill, Sonnie Trotter, and the amazing Didier Berthod on his quest for the first ascent of the Cobra Crack.
Cast & Crew
Alex Honnold
Self
Lead
Didier Berthod
Self
David Lama
Self
Dean Potter
Self
Derek Hersey
Self (archive footage)
Timmy O'Neill
Self
Cedar Wright
Self
Ivaylo Ninov
Self
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nick Rosen's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. First Ascent is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
