The Sanctity of Space ★★★½

To climb a mountain is to conquer your dreams, fears and eventually yourself. These majestic colossus mountains we call one of nature’s ways of sharing intent of power- to empower us all-encompassing beauty of nature.

The Sanctity of Space is a documentary with two separate biopics: Bradford Washburn pioneered aerial photography and significantly contributed to modern mountaineering, science and cartography. Renan Ozturk and Freddie Wilkinson are two passionate climbers who set their sights on conquering some of the world’s most challenging peaks in Central Alaska (Moose’s Tooth, Eye Tooth, Sugar Tooth and Broken Tooth).

With stunning cinematography and intimate storytelling, the film takes us on a thrilling adventure through breathtaking landscapes and treacherous terrain, offering a unique glimpse into the physical and psychological challenges of high-altitude climbing. Join us as we delve into the inspiring world of mountain climbing and the indomitable spirit of the climbers who seek to conquer one of the most challenging summits.

Altogether, an only inspiring film to watch. A minor storytelling weakness, though—the lack of prioritisation or deficiency in the balance between the two accounts. There are moments when I find Washburn’s story slightly more engaging than the second one, Ozturk and Wilkinson’s. However, the two stories have different impacts on mountain climbing as a way of living.