October 16, 2018
Thomas University
Documents the first African-American expedition to tackle North America’s highest peak, Denali. The film addresses often overlooked issues of race and the outdoors as it follows the team up the mountain, chronicling the many challenges of climbing one of the world’s most iconic peaks.
Rating: Not Rated
Length: 1h 9m
Kid/Friendly: all ages
Availability: The film is currently available on DVD various streaming platforms, and for special screening engagements.
Genre: Documentary, Action, Adventure
Production: AN AMERICAN ASCENT is Wild Vision / Floating Point co-production. The film was produced and directed by George Potter & Andy Adkins, and written by Andy Adkins & James Mills. It follows Expedition Denali, a project of the National Outdoor Leadership School.