The Epic Of Everest Blu-Ray + DVD

When George Mallory and Sandy Irvine set out to reach the summit of Everest in 1924 they came closer than any previous attempt. Inspired by the work of Herbert Ponting (The Great White Silence) Captain Noel filmed in the harshest of conditions, with specially adapted equipment, to capture the drama of the fateful expedition. But it is the brooding presence of the mountain itself that is the heart of Noel's film, and his photography captures the magical play of light and shadow on an alien landscape which enhances the vulnerability, isolation and courage of the mountaineers. This critically acclaimed restoration by the BFI National Archive includes the original coloured tints and a newly commissioned score by Simon Fisher Turner.

Special Features
Presented In Both High Definition And Standard Definition, Introducing The Epic Of Everest (2013, 9 Mins): With Sandra Noel, Scoring The Epic Of Everest (2013, 8 Mins): With Simon Fisher Turner, Restoring The Epic Of Everest (2013, 6 Mins): With BFI Curators, Alternate Score - The Original 1924 Score Recreated By Julie Brown And Performed By Cambridge University Chamber Orchestra, Conducted by Andrew Gourlay, Additional Musical Pieces That Accompanied The Film On Its First Screening At The Scala In 1924, Original 1924 Film Programme (Downloadable PDF, DVD Only), Fully Illustrated Booklet Featuring Essay From Wade Davis