Kukuczka
Synopsis
Jerzy Kukuczka is today considered the greatest Himalayan climber of all time. He was the second man to conquer all fourteen peaks over 8,000 meters. He accomplished this feat in just 8 years, an absolute record, and by multiplying winter ascents and new routes. A true force of nature, he died tragically in 1989, falling 3,000 meters during an attempt to climb the legendary south face of Lhotse (8,516 m). This powerful and moving film retraces the life, exploits, and career of a mountaineering legend, a modern-day hero, through previously unseen footage of his expeditions.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerzy Porębski
- Original Title
- Kukuczka
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, Polish
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- KiwiFilm
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Jerzy Porębski
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Jerzy Porębski
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What is Kukuczka about?
Jerzy Kukuczka is today considered the greatest Himalayan climber of all time. He was the second man to conquer all fourteen peaks over 8,000 meters. He accomplished this feat in just 8 years, an absolute record, and by multiplying winter ascents and new routes. A true force of nature, he died tragically in 1989, falling 3,000 meters during an attempt to climb the legendary south face of Lhotse (8,516 m). This powerful and moving film retraces the life, exploits, and career of a mountaineering legend, a modern-day hero, through previously unseen footage of his expeditions.
Who directed Kukuczka?
Kukuczka was directed by Jerzy Porębski.
Who stars in Kukuczka?
The principal cast of Kukuczka includes Jerzy Kukuczka, Reinhold Messner, Kurt Diemberger, Carlos Carsolio, Bernadette McDonald.
When was Kukuczka released and how long is it?
Kukuczka was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 46m.