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You have to see this ice climbing film with Will Gadd

The climbing documentary Will Power has recently become freely available. The film follows the world-famous ice climber Will Gadd to the Taihang Mountains in China, where he searches for and finds new ice lines.

ice climbing legend Will Gadd embarks on an exciting journey to open up new ice routes in a remote region of China. Together with his friend and climbing partner River He Chuan, he explores unknown terrain and encounters not only extreme climbing challenges, but also a completely new culture.

What begins as an adventure with political tensions develops into an unforgettable experience that enriches Will Gadd not only with tremendous climbing experiences, but also with valuable friendships and a new appreciation for Chinese culture.

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