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Death Zone: Cleaning Mount Everest

  • 2018
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
1.2K
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Death Zone: Cleaning Mount Everest (2018)
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The dramatic self-documented story of 20 elite Nepali climbers who venture into the "Death Zone" of Mount Everest to restore their sacred mountain and the contaminated water source of 1.3 bi... Read allThe dramatic self-documented story of 20 elite Nepali climbers who venture into the "Death Zone" of Mount Everest to restore their sacred mountain and the contaminated water source of 1.3 billion people.The dramatic self-documented story of 20 elite Nepali climbers who venture into the "Death Zone" of Mount Everest to restore their sacred mountain and the contaminated water source of 1.3 billion people.

  • Director
    • Marina Martins
  • Writer
    • Marina Martins
  • Stars
    • Namgyal Sherpa
    • Chakra B. Karki
    • Purna Kumar Sherpa
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    1.2K
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    • Director
      • Marina Martins
    • Writer
      • Marina Martins
    • Stars
      • Namgyal Sherpa
      • Chakra B. Karki
      • Purna Kumar Sherpa
    • 18User reviews
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    Namgyal Sherpa
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    Purna Kumar Sherpa
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    Sabin Basnyat
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    Bhem Bahadur Karki
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    Babu Ram Rai
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    Indra Bahadur Rai
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    Nawang Samden Sherpa
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    Namgyval Sherpa II
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    Pasang Sherpa II
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    Chhongba Lama Sherpa
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    Chhopel Sherpa
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    Dadende Sherpa
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    Dajangbo Sherpa
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    Dawa Geljen Sherpa
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    Dorjee Sherpa
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    Galjen Sherpa
    Galjen Sherpa
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      • Marina Martins
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    10samir-06577

    Fantastic

    A must watch. The work of the Sherpa's is incredible and cannot be overstated. I hope further western expeditions to Everest learn from this documentary and clean up their act to ensure anything they take on to Everest is brought back down safely and disposed of correctly.
    7ASDampf

    Why the Climate Change Narrative?

    This film could've been one of the better stories ever told about Everest if they just stuck to the Sherpas vs pushing the climate change agenda. It feels extremely messy at times, and would've played out better if they had just showed the incredible journey and danger that is these people's lives. Sherpas have evolved to have better tolerances to high altitudes, stemming from their ancestors living in Nepal at an altitude of 8,000+ feet. There's no mention of that, and the focus instead is on "black carbon" or "changing weather patterns". 7/10 for me, good idea but the film can't decide if it wants to talk about the Sherpas or climate change. It's pretty clear in the film the Sherpas have no idea what the Western world views as a problem, and why should they? They travel on foot with yaks. Would imagine their carbon footprint is better than that of a 5 year old.
    10lallyam

    Sherpa are amazing!

    Great documentary showing the pollution caused by Everest expeditions, the Sherpa are such hardworking people.
    8dsb-02142

    A eye opening truth about the ego and waste of the world

    Want to get the thrill of climbing Everest ? Paying HUGE amounts of money to do it?

    The government and the climbing companies should contribute a portion of their profits to the cleaning of this area. Bodies (and body parts) should be allowed by the government to be removed and cremated. Shame on the egos involved.
    8onlineform-00268

    Nice movie

    "Death Zone" is a powerful and poignant documentary that sheds light on the environmental crisis facing Mount Everest. The film follows a team of Nepali climbers on a mission to clean up the mountain, removing tons of discarded equipment and human waste left behind by previous expeditions.

    The cinematography is breathtaking, capturing the awe-inspiring beauty of Everest while also showcasing the harsh realities of the "death zone" above 8,000 meters. The film highlights the incredible courage and resilience of the Sherpa climbers, who risk their lives to protect the environment and the sacredness of the mountain.

    "Death Zone" is a must-watch for anyone interested in environmental issues, mountaineering, or the human spirit. It's a powerful reminder of the impact we have on the planet and the importance of preserving our natural world.

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    • Release date
      • June 4, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Nepal
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    • Language
      • Nepali
    • Also known as
      • 珠峰清道夫
    • Filming locations
      • Mount Everest, Nepal
    • Production company
      • Top of the World Productions
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      • 1h 39m(99 min)
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      • 16:9 HD

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