The Summit

FILM SYNOPSIS

A gripping, cliffhanger document of a deadly trek up the most dangerous mountain on earth. On August 2008, twenty-four climbers from several international expeditions converged on High Camp of K2, the last stop before the summit of the most dangerous mountain on earth. Forty-eight hours later, eleven had been killed or had vanished, making it the worst K2 climbing disaster in history. Utilizing found footage, interviews with survivors, and seamlessly realistic reenactments,The Summit zigzags back and forth in time, interweaving multiple narrative threads and piecing together events, hoping to solve the mystery of what actually happened on that day—the deadliest in mountain-climbing history. At the heart of the mystery is the story of Ger McDonnell, one extraordinary man who chose to risk his own life to save others. With the help of breathtaking cinematography by Robbie Ryan and Stephen O’Reilly, director Nick Ryan creates a tension-filled, experiential film that will have viewers on the edge of their seats. The Summit pits Man against Mother Nature in her most majestic and terrifying extreme.

EVENT DETAILS

newportFILM does a DRIVE-IN!

Parking spots are first come, first served

If preferred, you may set up a blanket on the beach or a chair (recommended) in the parking lot

Lot opens starting at 6:00 PM

Film begins at sunset (approx. 8:00 PM)

Food for purchase available from Tallulah’s Taco Cart, Le Petit Gourmet, Easton’s Beach Snack Bar & Del’s Lemonade

Free Bike Valet courtesy of Bike Newport, tune-ups for additional charge

Suggested Donation: $5/person

Rain venue: Casino Theater, 9 Freebody Street