Siren of the himalayas in new york city on august 22. Gerlinde kaltenbrunner team up in a dangerous foray of high altitude mountaineering in the breathtaking documentary k2. The film follows an attempt to reach the summit of the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the duke of the abruzzis landmark k2 expedition. Graphics explorer of the year gerlinde kaltenbrunner team up in a dangerous foray of high altitude mountaineering in the breathtaking documentary k2. This breathtaking film follows an historic attempt to summit the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the duke of abruzzis landmark k2 expedition in 1909. K2 siren of the himalayas travel adventure documentary. Given its level of procedural detail, the film will. Siren of the himalayas, now available on dvd, showcasing. Shot in pakistan in the summer of 2009, the documentary follows worldclass alpinists fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner with veteran climbers jake. Siren of the himalayas is a feature documentary showing the adventure, peril, teamwork and serenity of a mountaineering groups attempt to. Siren of the himalayas chronicles an attempt to reach the peak of the secondhighest mountain in the world in 2009.
Siren of the himalayas is a feature documentary showing the adventure, peril, teamwork and serenity of a mountaineering groups attempt to summit the worlds most challenging peak. Setelah sekelompok pendaki mencoba untuk mendaki k2 pada tahun 2009, pada peringatan 100 tahun tengara 1909 ekspedisi nya. Like a horror movie cometolife, it was as if the mountain began. Siren of the himalayas official trailer 2014 hd youtube. One such climber was the funloving, friendly ger mcdonnell, the first irishman to summit k2. Siren of the himalayas dvd, 2014 at the best online prices at ebay. Siren of the himalayas tells the story of a 2009 ascent of the mountain by fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner, a century after. Siren of the himalayas stars elite alpinists fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner, national geographics 2012 explorer of the year and the first woman to summit all 14 of the worlds 8,000meter peaks without supplemental oxygen or high altitude porters. The film follows an attempt to reach the summit of the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the. K2 is considered one of the most difficult mountains to climb on. The summit is a 2012 documentary film about the 2008 k2 disaster, directed by nick ryan. Siren of the himalayas 2014, directed by dave ohlson. This may explain why, although she is fluent in english, the film incorporates some footage of kaltenbrunner speaking in german with english subtitles.
One is about a 2009 team attempting to ascend what is regarded as the most dangerous mountain to ascend to the summit. Siren of the himalayas emro user published 20150331 permalink this documentary follows twoworld class alpine climbers on their attempt to climb k2, considered the worlds most challenging and dangerous peak, in the himalayas. Imperial beach, ca on dvd from first run features and director dave ohlson is the journey that only some dare with k2. Following a group of climbers attempting to climb k2 in 2009, on the 100year anniversary of its landmark 1909 expedition. Siren of the himalayas is a feature documentary showing the adventure, peril, teamwork and serenity of a mountaineering groups attempt to summit the worlds most. The film follows an attempt to reach the summit of the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the duke of abruzzis landmark k2 expedition. Some of the shots here are astonishing, in particular a pan from a closeup of gerlinde beneath the k2. Filmed in pakistan, this oftengripping documentary shows how hard it. Mengalami petualangan, bahaya dan ketenangan dari upaya kelompok untuk mendaki puncak yang paling menantang di muka bumi. While their summit attempt hangs in the balance, the film examines the risks, rewards and. This breathtaking film follows an historic attempt to summit the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the duke of abruzzis landmark k2.
Most documentaries about the intersection of the natural world the jungle. Siren of the himalayas follows a breathtaking highaltitude mountaineering experience presenting the stunning vistas, perilous adventure, close teamwork and blissful serenity that is part of. K2 siren of the himalayas is a 75min feature documentary showing the. From first run features, sneak peek aweinspiring footage from director dave ohlsons 2012 documentary feature k2. Siren of the himalayas dvd, 2014 for sale online ebay. Rope in and follow worldclass climbers fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kalterbrunner in a breathtaking highaltitude mountaineering experience. Having some interest, i typed in k2 and came along this film, thinking it was a sequel to the original k2 its not. Siren of the himalayas follows worldclass alpinists fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner with veteran climbers jake meyer and chris szymiec in a breathtaking highaltitude mountaineering experience. When the arrival of a mysterious girl proves this folklore all too true, the battle between man and sea takes a very vicious turn as these predatory beings return to reclaim their right to the ocean.
Perhaps those difficult conditions explain why there are so few documentaries about k2, but k2. The film follows an attempt to reach the summit of the worlds most challenging peak on the 100year anniversary of the duke of abruzzis. Siren of the himalayas is a 75minute feature documentary showing the adventure, peril and serenity of a groups attempt to climb the worlds most challenging peak. Filmed in pakistan, summer 2009, the doc follows worldclass alpinists fabrizio. Siren of the himalayas captures courage, hardship and at times defeat, but above all ohlson and his crew document the mountain itself, in all its staggering majesty. Four worldclass alpinists including national geographics explorer of the year gerlinde kaltenbrunner team up in a dangerous foray of high altitude mountaineering in the breathtaking documentary k2. The coastal town of bristol cove is known for its legend of once being home to mermaids.
K2 shows climbers with a lofty goal in the himalayas. Siren of the himalayas world premiered at the banff mountain film festival on november 2, 2012, followed by its u. Everest gets the lions share of media coverage, but alpinists know that k2 at 8,611 meters, the secondhighest peak in the world is more challenging. Siren of the himalayas 2014 starring fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner on dvd and bluray. K2 siren of the himalayas is a 75min feature documentary showing the adventure, peril and serenity of a groups attempt to climb the worlds most challenging peak. It was the number one movie on itunes in both the sports and documentary categories in late 2014. Harsh weather conditions and demanding technical climbing have made producing films on k2 extremely difficult, and footage from these. Featured are worldclass alpinists fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner, national geographics 2012 explorer of the year and the first woman to summit all 14 of the worlds 8,000meter peaks without. Siren of the himalayas follows a breathtaking highaltitude mountaineering experience presenting the stunning vistas, perilous adventure, close teamwork and blissful serenity that is part of an elite climbing groups 2009 attempt to summit the. Siren of the himalayas tells the story of a 2009 ascent of the mountain by fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner, a century after the duke of abruzzis famous expedition.
Shot in pakistan in the summer of 2009, the documentary follows. It also explores the history and geography of the legendary karakoram mountain range, while contemplating the risks, rewards and personal nature of exploration in an age when there are few blank. Featured are worldclass alpinists fabrizio zangrilli and gerlinde kaltenbrunner, national geographics 2012 explorer of the year and the first woman to summit all 14 of the worlds 8, 000m peaks without supplemental oxygen. Siren of the himalayas is a feature documentary showing the.
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