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Release Year1985
Runtime0h 26m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
Votes1
DirectorPhilippe Lallet
WritersPhilippe Lallet
TypeFeature Film
Rating10.0 out of 10
Cast2 credited
Also Known AsProfession grimpeur, Eric Escoffier
About Profession grimpeur, Eric Escoffier
A documentary portrait of the legend Eric Escoffier at the height of his mountaineering career. A true athlete, Escoffier has comprehensive, cutting-edge preparation in three different climbing disciplines: rock climbing, ice climbing and solo free climbing, without any safety devices. Philippe Lallet's camera follows Eric in his performances and in his preparation for one of the first La Sportroccia climbing competitions, in 1985 in Bardonecchia in Italy.
Directed by Philippe Lallet, Profession grimpeur, Eric Escoffier leans on a strong ensemble — Eric Escoffier, Patrick Edlinger — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 1985.
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