Looks at how the film “Solo” was made, discussing some of the filming and climbing problems as well as the philosophy behind the film. Mike Hoover, the climber, talks about some of the stunts, and explains why he climbs mountains - the challenge, the dangers, problems and final gratification.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
504684
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Cinematography
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Excerpts
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Production and direction
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Study and teaching
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Reflection (Philosophy)
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Motion pictures - Study and teaching
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Self-reliance
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Mountaineering
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)