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Everest: Beyond the Limit | 
 enlarge | Directors: Ed Wardle, Barny Revill
Actors: Russell Brice, Max Chaya, Mark Inglis (ii), Mogens Jensen (ii), Brent Merrell
Studio: Discovery Channel
Category: DVD
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Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 12370
Format: Box Set, Color, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 3
Running Time: 287 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: IMEDDIS4014D
UPC: 014381401424
EAN: 0014381401424
ASIN: B000TEUSKY
Theatrical Release Date: November 14, 2006
Release Date: October 16, 2007
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Condition: BRAND NEW AND FACTORY SEALED!
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 Amazing Human Interest Mountaineering DVD October 18, 2008
Steven D. Hanks (Ohio, USA)
Everest: BTL is an amazing DVD that captures the drama of a diverse group of climbers and their attempt to summit Everest. While not technically exhaustive, the DVD is presented in more of a "reality show" format that draws you into the human struggle of the ascent. The DVD focuses on both the strengths and the weaknesses of the men who are attempting to summit the greatest mountain on Earth. That being said, ANY CLIMBER who has ever stepped foot on a mountain knows that many treks (ESPECIALLY EVERST) have been corrupted into purely commercial "events". However, to focus on that aspect and miss the larger picture is the sign of an unrealistic, mountaineering mind. We can't go back in time and change what these types of climbs have become. Accept it and move forward. Some can, some can't...just like climbing the mountain. It needs to be said however, that each and every man and woman who place their feet on Everest have already proved everything they need to prove. As far as the dead climber (Sharp) controversy, it should be noted that there was nothing these men could do that would have saved that poor soul that wouldn't have also cost their own lives. Not worth it. Each person knows the score when attempting Everest. This is nothing compared to the tragedy of the 1996 expedition. I would suggest that those who are overly concerned about this aspect of the 2006 expedition have never faced true tragedy in their lives or been in unique, "team-centered" experiences (such as combat) where the survival of the group is paramount. While in safe, secure, civilized society we would all do everything in our power to save a human life, combat and an "assault" on Everest are different scenarios where (unfortunately) different rules apply. Overall, outstanding presentation. The avid climber will find enough here to keep them interested and have them trying on their boots and dusting off their gear in the off-season. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
 Pure Fiction July 10, 2008
Brett Merrell (Laguna Niguel, Ca United States)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Pure Fiction.....not accurate. If you knew the truth about Russ Brice and the Discovery Channel....it would make you sick. Some people will do ANYTHING for money.
I know...I was there. I was part of the 2006 Himex expedition and I am on the DVD.
Brett Merrell
EVEREST BEYOND THE LIMIT SEASON 1 June 22, 2008
D. SATTLER (NEW ZEALAND)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
DISCOVERY CHANNELS "EVEREST BEYOND THE LIMIT " SEASON 1,GETS A TEN OUT OF TEN RATEING FROM ME,HAVING WATCHED THE THREE DISC SERIES.
THE FOOTAGE SHOWN DURING THE CLIMB FROM START TO FINISH,WOULD HAVE TO BE THE BEST I HAVE EVER SEEN,AND COMES ALIVE ! ON WIDE SCREEN TV.
ALL THE MECHANICS OF HOW EXPEDITIONS CLIMB EVEREST ARE COVERD,AND TAKES AN INTERESTING LOOK AT THE TEAM ON RUSSELL BRICES EXPEDITION,WHAT MOTIVATES THEM AND WHY CLIMB THIS DANGEROUS MOUNTAIN,
SERIES TWO IS AVALIABLE NOW AND I HAVE PLACED MY ORDER.
IN PARTING,I WOULD BE CHEEKY ENOUGH TO SAY,IF YOU DREAM OF CLIMBING MOUNT EVEREST,BUT IT WILL ONLY REMAIN A DREAM AS FOR MANY OF US,THEN BUY THIS SERIES OF DVDS,ITS AS CLOSE AS YOU WILL EVER GET TO THE REAL THING !
Great Drama! June 3, 2008
J. Schmedinghoff
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
What a great drama! The suspense, the scenery, the human interest and interaction, the detail....it's almost like being there. This is a great series. I can't wait for the second season to come out on DVD.
 Gripping human drama December 16, 2007
Candace Scott (Lake Arrowhead, CA, USA)
9 out of 12 found this review helpful
This is by far the most interesting documentary on a climbing expedition attempting Everest. The photography is awesome and the human players seem to have been delivered from central casting. The movie takes the viewer from the initial base camp at 14,000 feet and slowly ascends the mountain as the climbers become acclimated to the elevation change. Some will summit successively, others will not. Therein lies the mystery and excitement for the viewer.
Some reviewers complain that the film spends too much time on the climbers as opposed to the mountain itself. For me, this focus is the best part of the experience. Mogens, the handsome Dane climber, is by far the most interesting participant. He is incredibly fit, a truly elite athlete who has difficulty only because he refuses to use supplemental oxygen while climbing. In direct contrast to likeable Mogens, we have Tim, the slothful American climber who exemplfies much that is negative in the American psyche. I still can't believe the film focused so intensely on this dead weight. It is for this reason I give Everest four stars instead of five.
I also feel the movie is manipulated in that an elite expedition leader like Russell would never be burdened with someone like Tim if he had his druthers. Tim selfishly risks the lives of the Sherpas and other elite climbers because of his own indolence and insensitivity.
Russell, the Kiwi expedition leader, is unintentionally funny. He is so dry and emotionless, except when disgusted by Tim's antics on the mountain. If I were ever lucky enough to attempt Everest, I would want Russell on my side. His knowledge and unique relationship with the Sherpas is fascinating to behold. His deadpan comments enliven the movie even if that was not his intent.
I can't wait for season two to make it to DVD. This is a gripping and fabulous look at the mountain and the remarkable attempts of people to summit. Highly recommended.
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