About this project
Wings of Steel is one of the most difficult and the most controversial climb on Yosemite's El Capitan. Twenty-nine years of feuds, slander, lies and rumors surround this legendary route. A second ascent seemed not only improbable but impossible, UNTIL Ammon and Kait decided it was time to test not only the limits of their abilities but their relationship.
Through interviews, photos and video shot on the wall, the story of 60 foot falls, breakdowns both physically and mentally and 13 consecutive days living on a portaledge will be told by two of the world's best and boldest climbers.
FAQ
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Yes, shooting took place during the climb and interviews are currently being shot.
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Producing films is expensive. We have decades of filmmaking experience so we are able to get the most bang for a buck. No salaries are being taken during production. All money raised will cover expenses incurred to shoot the film. Including travel, post production equipment and supplies.
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We are working hard, but our goal is to make the best film we can, and that takes time. We expect several months.
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Maybe. We are always looking for people who have a connection to El Cap or have been vocal about this climb over the past 29 years.
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The climbing footage was shot in Yosemite. Interviews will take place where ever our subjects are. Currently we have production days scheduled all over the West Coast.
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This route was and is very controversial. It is also one of the hardest routes on El Capitan. Ammon and Kait were only the second team EVER to climb it in 29 years.
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This project successfully raised its funding goal on October 17, 2011.
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"Send It" Window Sticker. Wings Of Steel T-Shirt
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"Send It" Window Sticker Wings Of Steel T-Shirt, Autographed copy of DVD
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3 "Send It" Window Stickers, 3 Wings of Steel T-Shirts, 3 Autographed copy of DVD. Invitation to screening of film in your area.
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3 "Send It" Window Stickers, 3 Wings of Steel T-Shirts, 3 Autographed copy of DVD. Invitation to & FREE admission to screening of film in your area. Meet and greet with Ammon and Kait.
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3 "Send It" Window Stickers, 3 Wings of Steel T-Shirts, 3 Autographed copy of DVD. Invitation to & FREE admission to screening of film in your area. Meet and greet with Ammon and Kait. Name in Credits as Special Thanks To:
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3 "Send It" Window Stickers, 3 Wings of Steel T-Shirts, 3 Autographed copies of DVD. Invitation to & FREE admission to screening of film in your area. Meet and greet with Ammon and Kait. Co-Producer Credit. 1 Day of Climbing with Ammon.
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3 "Send It" Window Stickers, 3 Wings of Steel T-Shirts, 3 Autographed copies of DVD. Invitation to & FREE admission to screening of film in your area. Meet and greet with Ammon and Kait. Name in Credits as Co-Executive Producer. 3 Days of climbing with Ammon McNeely.
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Jeff Vargen has been writing, producing and directing television programs and documentaries for over 25 years. An avid rock climber for over 30 years Jeff knows and understands the physical and mental challenges necessary to succeed despite seemingly overwhelming odds in both climbing and filmmaking.
Jeff's previous Documentaries have examined Former inmates of Alcatraz and drivers competing in NASCAR's Daytona 500.
