TO THE LIMIT is a visually breathtaking essay about
daredevils hooked on the thrill of speed rock-climbing. World-class mountain
climbers Thomas and Alexander Huber share an extraordinary depth of trust that
has been forged by shared experiences scaling heights for as long as the
brothers can remember. TO THE LIMIT captures their challenges in Patagonia and
California, focusing on their attempt at breaking the speed record for climbing
“The Nose” of El Capitan in Yosemite Valley. The 3,000-foot ascent takes most
mortals three days to complete; these guys aim to scamper up in 2 1/2 hours. The
camera crew delivers epic landscapes and extreme sport climbing action,
propelled by rock-solid determination and the exhilaration of reaching for a
dream, overcoming fear and performing at the limit. (Pepe Danquart,
Germany/Austria, 2006, 35mm, 95 min)
AUGUST 22 - 28, Friday - Thursday at 7, 9pm (plus Sat
& Sun at 3:30, 5pm)
Tickets & Info -- www.nwfilmforum.org