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George Smith's UpsideDown Wales (2008)

'The funniest climbing film in the world, if not Wales...'

장르 : 액션, 모험, 다큐멘터리

상영시간 : 48분

연출 : Alun Hughes

시놉시스

From filmmaker Alun Hughes, Upside Down Wales is a window into the world of 3D and upside down climbing guru George Smith and his obsession with climbing overhanging rock in North Wales. A film with plenty of character that doesn't take itself too seriously. Features interviews with Welsh climbing legends Joe Brown and John Redhead, and younger climbers like Pete Robins and Dave Noden.

출연진

George Smith
George Smith
George Smith
Joe Brown
Joe Brown
Himself

제작진

Alun Hughes
Alun Hughes
Director

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