Rotpunkt
"Alex Megos and the Art of the Redpoint"
Originally released in 2019. Rotpunkt is a documentary film. directed by Ken Etzel. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alex Megos, Wolfgang Gullich, and Kurt Albert
Synopsis
Rotpunkt documents the advent, the agony and the art of the redpoint through Alex Megos’s efforts to redefine the boundaries of the form. The film traces the redpoint—which transformed rock climbing from an engineering problem into a brilliant test of mental and physical strength—from its origins with a ragtag bunch of tights-wearing revolutionaries in rural Bavaria, to its golden era with Wolfgang Güllich, to its new ideal in the German phenom Megos as he battles to unlock new levels of human potential.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 18, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Patagonia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rotpunkt about?
Rotpunkt documents the advent, the agony and the art of the redpoint through Alex Megos’s efforts to redefine the boundaries of the form. The film traces the redpoint—which transformed rock cli...
Who directed Rotpunkt?
Rotpunkt was directed by Ken Etzel.
How long is Rotpunkt?
Rotpunkt has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Rotpunkt released?
Rotpunkt was released on November 18, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rotpunkt?
The main cast of Rotpunkt includes Alex Megos, Wolfgang Gullich, Kurt Albert, Russ Clune.