Hoggar
Synopsis
A 1959 documentary about climbing in the Hoggar Mountains of Algeria. For the first time, a mountain expedition was organized for 60 young aspiring climbers, accompanied by renowned mountaineers such as Lionel Terray, Lucien Bérardini, Maurice Herzog, and Jean-Paul Gardinier. In two weeks, dozens of new routes, often extremely difficult, were established. Jacques Ertaud's camera followed the climbers through all the challenging sections of the first ascent of the south spur of Assekrem.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Trento Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Ertaud
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacques Ertaud
- Original Title
- Hoggar
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Ertaud
Jacques Ertaud
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Jacques Ertaud
Director
Jacques Ertaud
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hoggar
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What is Hoggar about?
A 1959 documentary about climbing in the Hoggar Mountains of Algeria. For the first time, a mountain expedition was organized for 60 young aspiring climbers, accompanied by renowned mountaineers such as Lionel Terray, Lucien Bérardini, Maurice Herzog, and Jean-Paul Gardinier. In two weeks, dozens of new routes, often extremely difficult, were established. Jacques Ertaud's camera followed the climbers through all the challenging sections of the first ascent of the south spur of Assekrem.
Who directed Hoggar?
Hoggar was directed by Jacques Ertaud.
Who stars in Hoggar?
The principal cast of Hoggar includes Lionel Terray, Lucien Bérardini, Maurice Herzog, Jean-Paul Gardinier.
When was Hoggar released and how long is it?
Hoggar was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 40m.