Death on Nanga Parbat: The Messner Tragedy
January 1, 2004
44m
Overview
In June 1970 the Messner brothers, Günther and Reinhold reached The Nanga Parbat after an epic climb. On the descent Günther disappeared. Subsequently, a wall of silence built up concerning the circumstances of his death. The documentary shows rare footage and photo shots of the expedition, and expedition members comment on the tragic event.
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