Plot — What is Vertical Frontier about?
From John Muir in the 1860s to today's super-athletes, Vertical Frontier tells the rich and captivating saga of these free-spirited climbers whose contributions to the techniques, equipment, and ethics of mountaineering enabled them to be the first to conquer Yosemite's legendary big walls. Illustrated with spectacular footage, both old and new, shot on these granite walls, the story is told by the climbers whose artistry and relentless determination helped launch a sport now enjoyed by millions around the world, including David Brower, Warren Harding, Royal Robbins, Yvon Chouinard, Tom Frost, Jim Bridwell, Lynn Hill, Hans Florine, Dean Potter, and many others. Their epic feats range from the first ascent of El Capitan, which took 45 days over a year and a half, to today's speed climbers who complete the same route in under three hours.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Documentary, Adventure |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 90 min |
| Audience Score | 90% (9.0/10, 2 votes) |
Vertical Frontier — FAQ
Is Vertical Frontier worth watching? Vertical Frontier holds a 9.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. From John Muir in the 1860s to today's super-athletes, Vertical Frontier tells the rich and captivating saga of these free-spirited climbers whose contributions to the techniques, equipment, and ethics of mountaineering
Who directed Vertical Frontier? Directed by Kristi Denton Cohen.
Who is in the cast of Vertical Frontier? It stars Yvon Chouinard, Royal Robbins, Elizabeth Burkner Robbins, Warren Harding, Ron Kauk, Tom Frost and more.
Where can I stream Vertical Frontier? You can stream Vertical Frontier on fuboTV. Availability may vary by region.
When did Vertical Frontier release? It released in 2002.
