Three on a Rope (1938)

February 19, 1938 (US) • Documentary, Drama, Comedy • 10m

Overview

This short looks at the sport of rock climbing. A team of three men ascend a rock wall on Southern California's Tahquitz Rock (also known as Lily Rock) above Idyllwild. The various climbing techniques are explained, as well as the dangers one encounters in this sport. We also see the team rappel from the summit. A second team, used for comic relief, has nothing but problems.

Director

Willard Van der Veer

Writer

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Top Billed

Pete Smith

Keywords

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