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One Mile Above
Shuhao is a 24 year old Taiwanese university graduate. His older brother Shuwei, whom he has idolized since childhood, dies on a bicycle ride to Lhasa. He decides to complete Shuwei's journey, hoping to prove himself through this challenging trip. Shuhao's inexperience almost sees him headed over a cliff one dark night. Food poisoning nearly costs him his life just after surviving an attack by a pack of menacing Tibetan Mastiffs. In the end, Shuhao arrives in Lhasa to see the Potola Palace. His lonely journey, filled with laughter and tears, brings him to the discovery of a new purpose in life.
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Plot Summary
This documentary chronicles the remarkable journey of the 10th Mountain Division, the U.S. Army's elite ski troops who trained in the Colorado Rockies during World War II. It explores their unique combat experience in the Italian Alps and their profound impact on the post-war development of American skiing and conservation.
Critical Reception
One Mile Above received positive reviews, with critics praising its compelling narrative, stunning visuals, and its insightful exploration of a unique chapter in American military and cultural history. The film was lauded for effectively blending historical accounts with the adventurous spirit of mountaineering.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique subject matter and engaging storytelling.
Appreciated for its historical accuracy and the compelling tales of the soldiers.
Noted for its beautiful cinematography capturing the mountain landscapes.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific documentary is not widely documented on Google.
Fun Fact
The 10th Mountain Division's soldiers went on to become pioneers in the American ski industry, establishing resorts and influencing ski techniques after the war.
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