The Towers of Paine (2007)
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.
Cast
- Chris Bonington as Self
- Peter Firth as Self
- Ian Clough as Self (archive footage)
- Don Whillans as Self (archive footage)
- Barry Page as Self (archive footage)
- Derek Walker as Self (archive footage)
- John Streetly as Self (archive footage)
- Stanley Bray as Self (archive footage)
- Ian McNaught-Davis as Narrator
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