
The Towers of Paine
First ascent of the Central Tower
★★★★★
English / 26 MIN. / 2007
The Genres
The Synopsis
Leo Dickinson’s re-editing of the classic first ascent of the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia, filmed by Vic Bray. The 44-year-old original footage was salvaged from a loft and shows Chris Bonington and Don Whillans in action. Readings from Don’s journal add depth and a recreation of a double rope snapping incident adds the necessary spice.






















