Touching the Void

Don't miss the chance to meet Simon Yates of Touching the Void on 20 September 8pm and get 30% off your film ticket! 

 

Kevin MacDonald's ('A Day in September') gripping documentary-drama is rooted in a true and heartbreaking story. In 1985, two young British mountaineers, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates, embarked on a daring quest to conquer the perilous west face of the formidable Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes. Their spirits were high as they reached the summit on the third day, fueled by dreams of achievement and the thrill of conquest. But amid the majestic beauty, tragedy struck — Simpson fell and shattered his leg in a brutal fall. What followed was a harrowing battle against impossible odds, transforming their adventure into a desperate and raw fight for survival. Yates faced an agonizing choice: stay by Simpson's side, risking both their lives in a dangerous waiting game for rescue, or make a heart-wrenching decision to leave his injured friend behind to save himself. This story is a powerful testament to human resilience, loyalty, and the unfathomable depths of human courage in the face of unimaginable despair.