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Climbing the Matterhorn

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Overview

Starting from the Swiss village of Zermatt, two people and a guide make a perilous ascent of the Matterhorn. Local villagers mount a torchlight rescue of a British couple trapped on the famous mountain. Irving Allen shot footage for this documentary while filming his feature film 'High Conquest'. Filmed in Ansocolor, the documentary won the Academy Award for Best Short Film in 1947.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed Climbing the Matterhorn?

Climbing the Matterhorn was directed by Irving Allen.

Where was Climbing the Matterhorn produced?

It was produced by companies including Monogram Pictures in United States of America.

Climbing the Matterhorn Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of Climbing the Matterhorn wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Monogram Pictures
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