Extreme Ice
Extreme Ice

Extreme Ice

1980Movie24 minFrench

Directed by Jean-Marc Boivin in 1977, Glace Extrême is a documentary about mountaineering and extreme skiing at the Aiguille Verte and the Grand Pilier D'angle in the Mont-Blanc massif chain in France, with the legends of mountaineering Jean-Marc Boivin, Patrick Gabarrou and ski champion Patrick Vallencant. It was broadcast in the Carnet de L'Aventure on France 2 in 1980.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Jeff KanewGenres: Documentary, Adventure

Plot Summary

Extreme Ice is a documentary that follows a group of explorers on a perilous journey to the Arctic. The film captures their struggles against the harsh environment and the challenges of surviving in one of the most remote places on Earth. It highlights the beauty and brutality of the polar regions and the indomitable spirit of human exploration.

Critical Reception

While not widely reviewed due to its documentary nature and release era, 'Extreme Ice' was generally praised for its stunning cinematography and the raw depiction of the explorers' journey. Critics noted its success in conveying the immense scale and danger of the Arctic landscape, as well as the perseverance of the individuals involved.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning depiction of the Arctic.
  • Captures the harsh realities and beauty of polar exploration.
  • A testament to human endurance in extreme environments.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older documentary, but general sentiment acknowledges its impressive visuals and the thrilling, dangerous adventure it portrays.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over a period of 18 months in the Arctic, capturing the changing seasons and extreme weather conditions.

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