The Climb 1987

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The Climb ★★½ 1987 (PG)

German mountain climbers attempt to conquer the Himalayan Nanga Parbat, the world's fifth highest peak. Sometimes compelling film based on 1953 expedition in which only one member succeeded in reaching the summit. 90m/C VHS . Bruce Greenwood, James Hurdle, Kenneth Welsh; D: Donald Shebib; W: Donald Shebib; M: Peter Jermyn.

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