The Towers of Paine
The Towers of Paine2007
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"Leo Dickinson’s re-editing of the classic first ascent of the Central Tower of Paine in Patagonia, filmed by Vic Bray. The 44-year-old original footage was salvaged from a loft and shows Chris Bonington and Don Whillans in action. Readings from Don’s journal add depth and a recreation of a double rope snapping incident adds the necessary spice. What marks this film apart is the film stock which makes the image seem to glow and the leisurely pace Leo has treated the edit. It makes a refreshing contrast to many contemporary films and modern digital filmmakers could be well served by taking note."
DirectorLeo DickinsonDirectorVic Bray
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Chris Boningtonself | self |
| PPeter Firthself | self |
| IIan Cloughself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
 Don Whillansself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
| BBarry Pageself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
| DDerek Walkerself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
| JJohn Streetlyself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
| SStanley Brayself (archive footage) | self (archive footage) |
 Ian McNaught-Davisnarrator | narrator |