The Future of Climbing
Synopsis
With the proliferation of private climbing gyms and the sport's inclusion in the Olympic Games, climbing, long a counter-cultural movement, is undergoing a profound transformation and facing a major paradox. On the one hand, private gyms are enjoying increasing popularity, while on the other, natural climbing sites are under serious threat. What vertical legacy will we leave to future generations? Is outdoor climbing destined to disappear? What will the future hold for climbing? Led by Cédric Lachat, a multi-award-winning Swiss climber, the film provides an international overview of this counter-culture, which has recently become a social phenomenon.
Top Cast
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Cédric Lachat
Catherine Destivelle
Self (archive footage)
Lynn Hill
Self (archive footage)
Solenne Piret
Charlotte Durif
Self
Julia Chanourdie
Eline Le Menestrel
Self
Théo Blass
Self
Patrick Edlinger
Self (archive footage)
Chris Sharma
Self
Alexander Huber
Self
Dave Graham
Pierre Allain
Self (archive footage)
Gaston Rébuffat
Self (archive footage)
Eduard Marín Garcia
Self
Marc le Menestrel
Self
Patxi Usobiaga
Self
Gregoire Clouzeau
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guillaume Broust
- Original Title
- The Future of Climbing
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, French, Italian
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- L'Endroit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guillaume Broust
Department Leadership Roster
Guillaume Broust
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is The Future of Climbing about?
With the proliferation of private climbing gyms and the sport's inclusion in the Olympic Games, climbing, long a counter-cultural movement, is undergoing a profound transformation and facing a major paradox. On the one hand, private gyms are enjoying increasing popularity, while on the other, natural climbing sites are under serious threat. What vertical legacy will we leave to future generations? Is outdoor climbing destined to disappear? What will the future hold for climbing? Led by Cédric Lachat, a multi-award-winning Swiss climber, the film provides an international overview of this counter-culture, which has recently become a social phenomenon.
Who directed The Future of Climbing?
The Future of Climbing was directed by Guillaume Broust.
Who stars in The Future of Climbing?
The principal cast of The Future of Climbing includes Cédric Lachat, Catherine Destivelle, Lynn Hill, Solenne Piret, Charlotte Durif.
When was The Future of Climbing released and how long is it?
The Future of Climbing was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 52m.