From Olympus to Everest (2009)

From Olympus to Everest (2009) poster

In the Autumn of 2003, a team of Greek mountaineers is climbing, in Tibet, to the top of Cho Oyu of altitude 8201m. This mountain, situated in the area of Everest, is where the expedition prepares for the ascent, planned for the upcoming year, to the highest summit of the world. The efforts of the team attribute, however on the last day the unexpected occurs. During the descent the leader of the team, Christos Barouchas, leaves his last breath in the hands of the team's filmmaker Pavlos Tsiantos. With their return to Greece, the mountaineers are ready to quit the project, but as soon as they discover an old letter written by Christos they acquire a new motivation. The team reunites and finds the necessary strength to continue. In the Spring of 2004, the ascent to Everest begins, enhanced by the well known Greek-American mountaineer Pete Athans.

Director: Pavlos Tsiantos
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Country: Greece
Language: English, ελληνικά
Original Language: el
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is From Olympus to Everest about?
In the Autumn of 2003, a team of Greek mountaineers is climbing, in Tibet, to the top of Cho Oyu of altitude 8201m. This mountain, situated in the area of Everest, is where the expedition prepares for the ascent, planned for the upcoming year, to the highest summit of the world. The efforts of the team attribute, however on the last day the unexpected occurs. During the descent the leader of the team, Christos Barouchas, leaves his last breath in the hands of the team's filmmaker Pavlos Tsiantos. With their return to Greece, the mountaineers are ready to quit the project, but as soon as they discover an old letter written by Christos they acquire a new motivation. The team reunites and finds the necessary strength to continue. In the Spring of 2004, the ascent to Everest begins, enhanced by the well known Greek-American mountaineer Pete Athans.
Who directed From Olympus to Everest?
From Olympus to Everest was directed by Pavlos Tsiantos.
Who stars in From Olympus to Everest?
From Olympus to Everest stars Pete Athans.
How long is From Olympus to Everest?
From Olympus to Everest has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is From Olympus to Everest?
From Olympus to Everest is a Documentary film.
Where was From Olympus to Everest produced?
From Olympus to Everest was produced in Greece.