UMFF 2024. 9. 27 - 10. 1

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Climbing for Gold

Climbing for Gold

Korean Premiere
  • Belgium, USA
  • 2024
  • 22min
  • Documentary
  • color

Schedule

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  • 10.20 FRI - 10.29 SUN
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  • 09.28 SAT23:59
    Alps Cinema 3
  • 09.29 SUN16:30
    Alps Cinema 3

SYNOPSIS

Climbing for Gold follows Belgian para-climber Fréderik Leys on his quest for a world championship title. Starting in Salt Lake City, the documentary captures his competitions, preparations, and camaraderie among athletes. Despite challenges, Fré's passion and skill shine at the 2023 World Paraclimbing Championships, inspiring others with his resilience. 

NOTE

[Vincent Groos, Director​]

The film chronicles a para-climber inspiring journey, showcasing his resilience, the camaraderie among athletes, and the daily challenges faced by people with disabilities. 

Photo

Director

Vincent Groos

Vincent writes about vulnerable humans, seeking visually strong, emotionally compelling projects. His graduation film, Lieve, received significant praise at various international film festivals. 

Credit

Producer
Human Films
Cast
Fré Leys
Cinematography
Albin Wildner
Editor
Ciska Slowack
Music
Vincent Groos
Sound
Jeremias Monnerat