K2 West Face: The Legacy of Two Climbers(2026)

movie - first aired/released 2026-05-09 - 89 min

Documentary

Directed by Moe Wada

Two renowned Japanese alpinists, Kazuya Hiraide and Kenro Nakajima died on K2 in July 2024 while attempting a new route on the fearful West Face. Why did they risk everything on Earth's second-highest peak? Why do we climb mountains? Their own footage reveals the courage and legacy behind the climb.