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Everest: Farther than the Eye Can See

In one of the most daring expeditions ever undertaken, cameras follow blind athlete Erik Weihenmayer's ascent of Mount Everest and capture the scenery of this stunning environment.

Erik Weihenmayer is a world class athlete. He's also completely blind. In one of the most daring Mount Everest expeditions ever undertaken, cameras follow Erik's ascent, capturing for the first time the scenery of this vast and stunning environment.

Diagnosed with a rare eye disease at the age of three, by thirteen Eric was totally blind. To prove himself to the world, he decided to take on one of the world's greatest physical challenges. Supported by other courageous climbers, step by excruciating step he struggles towards his goal.

Nominated for two Emmy Awards and a winner at seventeen film festivals across the globe, the film is a story of courage, humour and the triumph of the human spirit.

1 hour

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Sat 14 Nov 2009 20:30

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Executive Producer Carol Sennett

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