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The Dawn Wall

  • 2017
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 40m
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8.1/10
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The Dawn Wall (2017)
In January, 2015, American rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson captivated the world with their effort to climb The Dawn Wall, a seemingly impossible 3,000 foot rock face in Yosemite National Park, California.
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In an unbelievable story of perseverance, free climber Tommy Caldwell and climbing partner Kevin Jorgeson attempt to scale the impossible 3000ft Dawn Wall of El Capitan.In an unbelievable story of perseverance, free climber Tommy Caldwell and climbing partner Kevin Jorgeson attempt to scale the impossible 3000ft Dawn Wall of El Capitan.In an unbelievable story of perseverance, free climber Tommy Caldwell and climbing partner Kevin Jorgeson attempt to scale the impossible 3000ft Dawn Wall of El Capitan.

  • Directors
    • Josh Lowell
    • Peter Mortimer
  • Stars
    • John Branch
    • Tommy Caldwell
    • Kevin Jorgeson
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    22K
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    • Directors
      • Josh Lowell
      • Peter Mortimer
    • Stars
      • John Branch
      • Tommy Caldwell
      • Kevin Jorgeson
    • 70User reviews
    • 32Critic reviews
    • 81Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 9 nominations total

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    FrenchEddieFelson

    Awesome!

    Superb demonstration of obstinacy, perseverance, self-denial and ... talent. Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson are awesome! Skill level: 10/10. Endurance: 10/10. After such a documentary, you feel almost derisory or tiny. And then, it's a boost!
    8achmoye

    An intense and captivating experience

    One of the most moving, immersive documentaries I've ever seen. I think you can appreciate it even if you don't know a clue about climbing. This is a human experience, and every technical part is very well explained.

    I will quickly say that the cinematography is more than decent and creates a contemplative vibe with the landscapes of Yosemite. Really stunning place, it already justifies the movie. But the story is even more amazing.

    It's the story of Tommy Caldwell and his teammate, ascending the most difficult part of "El capitan", a famous huge cliff in Yosemite. There are some routes already created by climbers along the years, but Tommy did them all, fingers in the nose, if I may say. Actually, he had one finger missing from an accident. And yet he did all of these most difficult climbing routes in the world.

    But this is just the beginning. Tommy, still missing a finger, made a route on his own. In the middle of the dry rock who looks like a completely flat wall with no holds anywhere.

    The life of Tommy in incredible, his resilience and courage is beyond any difficulty, it actually became an obsession at some point but clearly not the worst one. He made something unique, when he could have been just an alcoholic. His passion/obsession made history.

    You will witness one of the biggest moments in sports history. Obviously I recommend.
    8kasrababaei

    Can't even blink while watching

    I am an amateur rock climber and I watch every video on the Internet about rock climbing. However, I must say that this documentary has something different in it. My climbing gym played the movie on a big screen and I sat there until the last minute, unable to move my head, talk to others or even blink. Their achievement is beyond my grasp, their dedication is inspiring, and their friendship is beautiful.
    10jamwein

    Amazing!

    Top notch camera work. I left feeling inspired and awed by the sheer magnitude of what the 2 climbers accomplished. Living on a vertical wall for weeks is just amazing. Getting into the tents and seeing how they were cooking, sleeping and even going to the bathroom was something I've never seen. My 12 year old loved it, as did my 82 year Dad and my 77 year old Mom, neither of whom have ever climbed. A totally accessible movie for the non climber but great if you have a climbing background as well. Definitely a fun watch for a family!
    8karenwalsh-28241

    Don't be put off by the subject

    I'm not at all into climbing, or heights, but this documentary is about way more than what you may think the subject matter is.

    Determination, friendship, resilience, and so many admirable qualities that make this documentary so watchable and so enjoyable.

    Well worth a watch.

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    • Release date
      • September 14, 2018 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Austria
      • United States
    • Official site
      • official website
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Стіна Світанку
    • Filming locations
      • Yosemite National Park, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Red Bull Media House
      • Red Bull Studios
      • Sender Films
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $970,032
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $21,615
      • Sep 16, 2018
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,445,519
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      1 hour 40 minutes
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