Himalayan Epic
Drame à la Nanda Devi
Synopsis
In 1951, the 3rd French expedition to the Himalayas set out to conquer Nanda Devi (7,800 m). The attempt to cross the ridge between the main peak and Nanda Devi East resulted in the death of two members of the expedition. Expedition leader Roger Duplat and Gilbert Vignes disappear on the ridge somewhere below the main peak. Tenzing Norgay is part of a support team on this expedition; he and Louis Dubost climb Nanda Devi Est in search of the two missing people. A few years later, Tenzing discovered that Nanda Devi was the most difficult climb he had ever made.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Jacques Languepin
- Original Title
- Drame à la Nanda Devi
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Jacques Languepin
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Jean-Jacques Languepin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Himalayan Epic
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What is Himalayan Epic about?
In 1951, the 3rd French expedition to the Himalayas set out to conquer Nanda Devi (7,800 m). The attempt to cross the ridge between the main peak and Nanda Devi East resulted in the death of two members of the expedition. Expedition leader Roger Duplat and Gilbert Vignes disappear on the ridge somewhere below the main peak. Tenzing Norgay is part of a support team on this expedition; he and Louis Dubost climb Nanda Devi Est in search of the two missing people. A few years later, Tenzing discovered that Nanda Devi was the most difficult climb he had ever made.
Who directed Himalayan Epic?
Himalayan Epic was directed by Jean-Jacques Languepin.
Who stars in Himalayan Epic?
The principal cast of Himalayan Epic includes Roger Duplat, Gilbert Vignes, Alain Barbezat, Louis Dubost, Paul Gendre.
When was Himalayan Epic released and how long is it?
Himalayan Epic was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 57m.