The Towers of Paine

Name: The Towers of Paine
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2007-01-01
Duration: 26 min
Rating: 0.0
Cast: Chris Bonington, Peter Firth, Ian Clough, Don Whillans, Barry Page

"First ascent of the Central Tower"

2007 26 min 0.0

Documentary

Overview

Leo Dickinson’s re-editing of the classic first ascent of the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia, filmed by Vic Bray. The 44-year-old original footage was salvaged from a loft and shows Chris Bonington and Don Whillans in action. Readings from Don’s journal add depth and a recreation of a double rope snapping incident adds the necessary spice.