North Face

Set in 1936, during the interwar era, ambitious climbers seek the first ascent of the Eiger's North Face. The ascent is observed by a growing circle of journalists and tourists who fill the Kleine Scheidegg hotel. The era's mood of national pride and risk adds urgency to every decision, from fix-rope placements to rescue attempts.

Set in the Bernese Alps around the Eiger's North Face near Kleine Scheidegg, the climbers base themselves in nearby Berchtesgaden. A luxury hotel above the valley hosts journalists and spectators who watch the ascent unfold from its balconies. The story also brushes Berlin’s and New York City's connections through Luise Fellner's life before and after the climb.

🧗‍♂️ Survival

Climbers push past physical limits as frostbite, avalanches, and fatigue threaten every ascent. The team makes snap decisions under pressure, balancing risk with the obligation to help teammates. The brutal mountain environment exposes the fragility of human life and the cost of ambition.

🤝 Friendship

Friendship under extreme pressure drives actions beyond personal safety. Toni and Andi's bond is tested as competition and cooperation collide. Sacrifice becomes the ultimate act when Toni and Andi choose to aid others at the cost of their own ascent. The film frames loyalty as the core thread through loss.

🗞️ Media

Media coverage shapes the narrative as Luise and Henry Arau report on the climb. Spectators fill the hotel balconies, turning the ascent into a public event. The film explores how press, tourism, and national pride intersect with personal tragedy.