The Volunteers

Mountain Rescue Brings Us Home

The Volunteers poster

Two mountain rescue organizations—one near Seattle, Washington, the other in Tyrol, Austria—are linked by a surprising connection. Take a journey with historian Mark Weiner from America to Austria and back again as he considers the origins and meaning of their work. Both groups have grown from a strong sense of place ... because before you can save a stranger, you first must your home.

Director: David Ritsher, Mark S. Weiner
Runtime: 106 min
Cinematography: Sean Conley, Hanno Mackowitz
Budget: $250
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Volunteers about?
Two mountain rescue organizations—one near Seattle, Washington, the other in Tyrol, Austria—are linked by a surprising connection. Take a journey with historian Mark Weiner from America to Austria and back again as he considers the origins and meaning of their work. Both groups have grown from a strong sense of place ... because before you can save a stranger, you first must your home.
Who directed The Volunteers?
The Volunteers was directed by David Ritsher, Mark S. Weiner.
How long is The Volunteers?
The Volunteers has a runtime of 1h 46m (106 minutes).
What is the budget of The Volunteers?
The Volunteers had a budget of $250.