The Alpinist (2021)

Documentary

Marc-André Leclerc climbs alone, far from the limelight. On remote alpine faces, the free-spirited 23-year-old Canadian makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. Yet, he draws scant attention. With no cameras, no rope, and no margin for error, Leclerc's approach is the essence of solo adventure. Nomadic and publicity shy, he doesn’t own a phone or car, and is reluctant to let a film crew in on his pure vision of climbing.  Veteran filmmaker Peter... Full synopsis »

There are some people who like to climb vertical shafts of ice or sky-reaching mountains with nothing more than their hands and a pickaxe. And then there are others, like me, who prefer to stay home, sit on the couch, and watch documentaries about people who like to climb vertical shafts of ice or sky-reaching mountains with nothing more than their hands and a pickaxe. Full movie review »

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