DESCRIPTION

Photographing the world's largest mountain in the world's largest film format demanded more than just strength and courage; it required dedication and purpose. During shooting, the filming schedule took an unexpected turn when eight climbers from other expedition teams died in a sudden storm high on the mountain. Safe from the disaster, the IMAX film team helped launch a rescue. Relive the events of those dramatic days which captured the world's attention, and hear about the team's heroic ascent of Everest to photograph the first large format film images from the top of the world. 38 Min.