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The Center Of The Universe

The Center Of The Universe

2004•54m•10.0/10
DocumentaryAdventure

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10.0/10(1)

The Center Of The Universe chronicles four days in the life of German climber Alexander Huber in Yosemite Valley, California. Living the typical Yosemite vagabond lifestyle, Alex reflects on his goal of successfully free-climbing "El Corazon" (35 pitches, 8a) on the famous El Capitan face, which is a combination of the historic routes "Salathé," "Albatross," "Son of Heart," and "Heart Route," connected by newly laid out sections. 35 challenging pitches, combining technicality, stamina, and commitment, with difficulty levels up to 8a. The film showcases the unique style of climbing in Yosemite, as well as a piece of history of the famous valley, narrated by Heinz Zak, Jim Bridwell, Lynn Hill, Alexander Huber, and Chongo Chuck themselves.

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Timeline Production

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EN

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Released

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Alexander Huber

Alexander Huber

Self

Jim Bridwell

Jim Bridwell

Self

Lynn Hill

Lynn Hill

Self

Heinz Zak

Heinz Zak

Self

Chongo Chuck

Chongo Chuck

Self

Ivaylo Ninov

Ivaylo Ninov

Self

Shawn Sneider

Self

Ben van der Klooster

Self

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