The Everest Enigma: A Study in Contrasts The documentary "Everest: The Other Side" leaves viewers grappling with a mix of emotions – awe at the physicality of extreme mountaineering, and dismay at the reckless abandon that often accompanies it.
Directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, this film is a follow up to their Oscar winning "Free Solo," which told the story of Alex Honnold's climb without ropes.
On its surface, "Everest: The Other Side" appears to be a tribute to Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson, who set out to conquer Mt. Everest's north face with skis in tow.