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The Dark Glow of the Mountain (1985): Cast

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The Dark Glow of the Mountain is a 1985 documentary starring Werner Herzog, Hans Kammerlander and Reinhold Messner. It runs 45 minutes.

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The Dark Glow of the Mountain (1985) movie poster
Released
Runtime
45 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Dark Glow of the Mountain About?

The premise of The Dark Glow of the Mountain without spoilers.

Werner Herzog documents mountaineers Hans Kammerlander and Reinhold Messner as they tackle the notoriously difficult Gasherbrum peaks, choosing to ascend without supplemental oxygen. The film also delves into their earlier climbs, personal losses, and the deep motivations that drive their relentless pursuit of extreme alpinism.

The Dark Glow of the Mountain Themes & Keywords

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  • mountain climbing
  • mountaineer
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Cast & crew

The Dark Glow of the Mountain Cast

Werner Herzog leads the cast, with Hans Kammerlander and Reinhold Messner.

Details

The Dark Glow of the Mountain Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “The Dark Glow Of The Mountains” and “Gasherbrum - La montagna lucente”.

Also known as
  • The Dark Glow Of The Mountains
  • Gasherbrum - La montagna lucente
  • Gasherbrum, la montagne lumineuse

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FAQ

The Dark Glow of the Mountain FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Dark Glow of the Mountain, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Dark Glow of the Mountain?

The Dark Glow of the Mountain runs 45 minutes.

When was The Dark Glow of the Mountain released?

The Dark Glow of the Mountain was released on March 9, 1985.

Who is in the cast of The Dark Glow of the Mountain?

The Dark Glow of the Mountain stars Werner Herzog, Hans Kammerlander and Reinhold Messner.

Does The Dark Glow of the Mountain have a post-credit scene?

No. The Dark Glow of the Mountain has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Dark Glow of the Mountain in?

The original language of The Dark Glow of the Mountain is German.

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