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The Epic of Everest: Film Guide

The Epic of Everest
The Epic of Everest
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A film guide that looks at The Epic of Everest (1924), an epic and moving silent film documenting the doomed attempt of two mountaineers to become the first people to conquer Mount Everest in 1924.<p>
This guide is useful for exploring topics including Geography, History, in addition to highlighting themes surrounding travel and exploration, the environment, historical events and figures, physical health, British cinema and film history. 

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