In the thin air above Switzerland, on the sheer rock-and-ice wall known as the Eiger North Face, American climber John Harlin III is about to embark on the most perilous and meaningful ascent he has ever undertaken: an attempt to scale the mountain that took his father’s life.

His extraordinary journey will take him to Europe’s majestic mountain range, the Alps, where he will witness the amazing feats of engineering that forged bridges, tunnels and charming villages amidst the peaks; where he will learn about the life-saving science of avalanches; and where he will confront his darkest fears and greatest potential as he climbs to honor his father, who taught him to love Switzerland, mountains and life itself.

"…a breathtaking survey of death traps in one of the most hazardous mountain ranges on Earth...one of the most dramatic productions ever seen."
—Seattle Times

"High adventure. Human drama. Heartbreaking tragedy...a heart-in-your-throat excursion into the Alpine landscape interwoven with a true story that has become a climbing legend."
—Arizona Daily Star

★★★★(out of four)
"...breathtaking to watch, but also informative, fascinating and emotionally arresting...gripping viewing for the whole family."
—Tonight (South Africa)

"The dangers were many and the climb was agonizing at points...Harlin's quest for closure is emotional, treacherous and absolutely captivating."
—Montreal Gazette

Best Cinematography and Special Achievement in Filmmaking (for aerial cinematography)—Giant Screen Cinema Association Achievement Awards, 2007

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The Eiger Obsession:
Facing the Mountain That Killed My Father
By John Harlin, III

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