The Real Thing
“Ben Moon and Jerry Moffatt on the ultimate bouldering road trip...”
Synopsis
The Real Thing is the first feature length bouldering movie ever made. Britain's top rock climbers Jerry Moffatt and Ben Moon take you on a rollercoaster road trip from the classic gritstone crags of the UK's Peak District to the mecca of European and World climbing in Fontainebleau, France. Also starring climbing hero Sean Myles, the late and great Kurt Albert and French climbing legend Marc Le Menestrel. A must watch for all boulderers, with an unforgettable pumping soundtrack. The climax of the film is Moon's ascent of Fred Nicole's Karma (V11) - other highlights include Moffatt's 'hair-raising' drive, in his Lancia Evolution, from Sheffield to Stanage and some amazing training scenes; all great fun and reminder of how climbing used to be.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Tucker
- Original Title
- The Real Thing
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Positive Power Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Tucker
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Simon Tucker
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What is The Real Thing about?
The Real Thing is the first feature length bouldering movie ever made. Britain's top rock climbers Jerry Moffatt and Ben Moon take you on a rollercoaster road trip from the classic gritstone crags of the UK's Peak District to the mecca of European and World climbing in Fontainebleau, France. Also starring climbing hero Sean Myles, the late and great Kurt Albert and French climbing legend Marc Le Menestrel. A must watch for all boulderers, with an unforgettable pumping soundtrack. The climax of the film is Moon's ascent of Fred Nicole's Karma (V11) - other highlights include Moffatt's 'hair-raising' drive, in his Lancia Evolution, from Sheffield to Stanage and some amazing training scenes; all great fun and reminder of how climbing used to be.
Who directed The Real Thing?
The Real Thing was directed by Simon Tucker.
Who stars in The Real Thing?
The principal cast of The Real Thing includes Ben Moon, Jerry Moffatt, Kurt Albert, Sean Myles, Marc le Menestrel.
When was The Real Thing released and how long is it?
The Real Thing was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 53m.