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The popular Discovery Channel series follows the exploits of 12 amateur climbers in their attempt to climb the World s highest peak. The film was shot during the second deadliest climbing season on Mt Everest and in an unprecedented move cameras were strapped to the Sherpa s helmets to record nearly every step or misstep. The resulting footage provided viewers with a real sense of what it takes to conquer the world s most formidable peak. Production Facts: A 17-person production team used state-of-the art technology to capture the saga. During the filming, two of the crew members reached the summit and two others entered the 'Death Zone'. Every member of the crew lost a substantial amount of weight. The record loss was soundman Jake Drake-Brockman, who lost 18% of his body weight.
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Having watched many DVDs & read articles by professional climbers & especially their attempts at the ultimate climb, I found this presentation somewhat different. Not all of the "novices" were in fact acolytes as some had considerable climbing experience - amputated limbs - to show for it & none could strictly be classified as the "tourist" climber which has become prevalent on these slopes.
Having said that amongst the 12 would-be summiters there was an eclectic mix from the experienced to the inexperienced.
Tragedy strikes early with death of a Sherpa at the ABC - Advanced Base Camp. This sets the tone of the video that this is not a Sunday afternoon jaunt in the countryside but rather an extremely difficult & possibly fatal trip. This team appears to be extremely well equipped & prepared with even their own medical doctor in attendance.
What becomes very clear is that the key to a successful climb is acclimisation whereby the climbers ascend to a higher level & then return to a lower climb. This sequence is repeated a number of times until the climber's body can accept the altitude.
The final climb is actually a dash to the top before the effects of the altitude take their toll on the climber. This fact is brought home to one in that most deaths occur on the descent when the effects of the altitude begin to take their toll.
The "tour guide" does not himself ascend to the top but rather remains at a lower camp & by means of radio communication instructs the team what to do. This results in some tense moments when a team member refuses to obey an instruction to abort their ascent despite being only a few hundred metres from the top of Everest. One can understand the climber's frustration at having the zenith within his grasp but appreciate that it is only the meticulous calculations of the team leader in base camp with his radio & telescope which will prevent both this climber & his Sherpa guide from dying.
Sense eventually prevails but one realises the precariousness of the situation when on the descent the climber, too exhausted to continue, barely makes it down. This episode in particular is gripping & the very precarious situation is not being enacted within a Hollywood studio but rather with real human lives.
Further drama is added when a dying member of another party cannot be rescued without jeopardizing the safety of their own party.
Overall the DVD is excellent & provides one with a clear perspective of the dangers & difficulties of climbing this mountain.
Having said that amongst the 12 would-be summiters there was an eclectic mix from the experienced to the inexperienced.
Tragedy strikes early with death of a Sherpa at the ABC - Advanced Base Camp. This sets the tone of the video that this is not a Sunday afternoon jaunt in the countryside but rather an extremely difficult & possibly fatal trip. This team appears to be extremely well equipped & prepared with even their own medical doctor in attendance.
What becomes very clear is that the key to a successful climb is acclimisation whereby the climbers ascend to a higher level & then return to a lower climb. This sequence is repeated a number of times until the climber's body can accept the altitude.
The final climb is actually a dash to the top before the effects of the altitude take their toll on the climber. This fact is brought home to one in that most deaths occur on the descent when the effects of the altitude begin to take their toll.
The "tour guide" does not himself ascend to the top but rather remains at a lower camp & by means of radio communication instructs the team what to do. This results in some tense moments when a team member refuses to obey an instruction to abort their ascent despite being only a few hundred metres from the top of Everest. One can understand the climber's frustration at having the zenith within his grasp but appreciate that it is only the meticulous calculations of the team leader in base camp with his radio & telescope which will prevent both this climber & his Sherpa guide from dying.
Sense eventually prevails but one realises the precariousness of the situation when on the descent the climber, too exhausted to continue, barely makes it down. This episode in particular is gripping & the very precarious situation is not being enacted within a Hollywood studio but rather with real human lives.
Further drama is added when a dying member of another party cannot be rescued without jeopardizing the safety of their own party.
Overall the DVD is excellent & provides one with a clear perspective of the dangers & difficulties of climbing this mountain.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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I bought Series Two before this one - why? Who knows! And, although this is a great insight into climbing Everest from the North Ridge, the only problem is that unlike Series Two it really doesn't exploit the use of the climbing characters - the clients, Himex and the Sherpas. It does touch upon them but Series Two is when you really get to know the climbers before the ascent. Series One simply skims the surface but, as the forerunner, the lessons learnt here were simply put right in the next Series.
Still good stuff and certainly worth buying. I would recommend watching this before Series Two but, if you can only buy one, buy Series Two in preference to this one.
Still good stuff and certainly worth buying. I would recommend watching this before Series Two but, if you can only buy one, buy Series Two in preference to this one.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Gives real indepth knowledge of the base camp and advanced base camp on Everest. Compelling series and brilliant photography make this a DVD not to be missed. Much better than the Imax one filmed the same year but on the North side of the Mountain.
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Brilliant
Stumbled across an episode on sky and was hooked so got boxset from amazon. Very interesting documentary showing the difficult hurdles climbers take, risking theyre lives.
Published 4 months ago by turt83
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This DVD does what it says on the box. A great story following an Everest expedition to the "TOP" with all the trials and tribulations you would expect. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Johnney E
Top series, on an unbelievable challenge.
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This was a fantastic dvd.The case opens out to reveal all the disc and looks great.This takes you from base camp to summit showing all the dangers that the climbers go threw to... Read more
Published on 20 July 2009 by Mr. Michael Towers
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Greattttt Series for those who love adventure and adrenaline. I totally advise you to purchase this item, you will not regret.
Published on 18 Mar 2009 by Joao Pedro O. Marque
Reasonably complete and extensive but poorly edited
The series was made for the discovery channel with an overly dramatised commentary. The editing is a little tiresome as the cut scenes are so repetitive. Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2009 by Mr. A. C. STANLEY-CLARKE
Beyond the limit of watchability
I have to agree with Sophie B on this one ,this series was made for the Discovery Channel and their propensity to string out an episode really detracts from the series as a... Read more
Published on 22 Nov 2008 by Foxylock
repetitive
Repetitive and a bit boring unfortunately. Not what i was hoping for. I think this is because it is a TV series stringing out events over too many parts. Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2008 by Sophie B
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