The Summit (2013) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2013 · 95 min · English

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Directed by

Nick Ryan

In 2008, eighteen climbers reached the summit of K2, one of the world's most dangerous mountains. Just two days later, disaster struck, resulting in the deaths of eleven individuals. This documentary explores the events surrounding this tragedy and examines the motivations of those who risk their lives in extreme mountaineering. Through interviews with survivors and breathtaking visuals, the film investigates the psychological drive to conquer such formidable peaks and questions the ultimate price of pushing the boundaries of human endurance.