The Towers of Paine
First ascent of the Central Tower
2007
0h 26m
Documentary
Overview
Leo Dickinson’s re-editing of the classic first ascent of the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia, filmed by Vic Bray. The 44-year-old original footage was salvaged from a loft and shows Chris Bonington and Don Whillans in action. Readings from Don’s journal add depth and a recreation of a double rope snapping incident adds the necessary spice.
Director
Leo Dickinson
Top Cast
Chris Bonington
Self
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Peter Firth
Self
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Ian Clough
Self (archive footage)
Don Whillans
Self (archive footage)
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Barry Page
Self (archive footage)
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Derek Walker
Self (archive footage)
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John Streetly
Self (archive footage)
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Stanley Bray
Self (archive footage)
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Ian McNaught-Davis
Narrator
