Meru
2015
1hr 30 mins
4K
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Ascend with 'Peak of Perseverance' as three elite climbers tackle Mount Meru, the Himalayas' deadliest challenge, merging raw nature's fury with a gripping battle against their inner demons.

SYNOPSIS:

Meru is a gripping documentary that chronicles the harrowing journey of three elite climbers—Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk—as they attempt to conquer the Shark's Fin on Mount Meru, one of the most challenging and dangerous peaks in the Himalayas. After a failed attempt in 2008 due to extreme weather and physical exhaustion, the team returns in 2011 for another try, battling not only the brutal natural elements but also personal struggles and injuries. The film captures their resilience, the risks of high-altitude climbing, and the bond between climbers, offering an intense and emotional story of determination and survival.

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Maturity Rating:
MPAA: R
GENRE:
Documentary
Director:
Jimmy Chin
cast:
Jimmy Chin, Conrad Anker, Grace Chin, Jeremy Jones