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Reel Rock 20 brings the world’s greatest climbing stories back to the big screen with a thrilling new collection of films celebrating ambition, resilience and the relentless pursuit of the impossible.This year’s program follows four extraordinary climbing journeys: Olympic champion Janja Garnbret sets her sights on Bibiliographie; Michaela Kiersch’s historic quest to achieve the ultimate climbing double of 5.15 and V15; Colin Haley’s legendary winter solo push on Cerro Torre; and Ben Mayforth’s determined pursuit of 5.13 as he continues to redefine what is possible in adaptive climbing.
JANJA GARNBRET
Olympic champion Janja Garnbret sets her sights on the legendary climb Bibiographie
MICHAELA KIERSCH
Michaela Kiersch sets out to make climbing history by becoming the first woman to complete the ultimate climbing double: sending both 5.15 and V15.
Her pursuit demands extraordinary strength, precision and perseverance as she pushes the limits of performance across two of climbing’s most difficult disciplines.
COLIN HALEY
Elite alpinist Colin Haley lays everything on the line in a legendary winter solo push on Cerro Torre - one of Patagonia’s most iconic and unforgiving peaks.
Alone in extreme conditions, Haley takes on a bold alpine challenge where speed, commitment and survival are inseparable.
BEN MAYFORTH
Ben Mayforth redefines adaptive climbing through an intense and resolute pursuit of 5.13.
Driven by determination and an uncompromising approach to progression, Mayforth challenges expectations and expands the possibilities of adaptive climbing.
Featuring: Ben Mayforth
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