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Girl Climber

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Professional climber Emily Harrington has summited Everest, 8000-meter peaks, and dominated the competition circuit but, her greatest challenge extends beyond the physical. To cement her legacy in the male dominated world of elite rock climbing, she sets her sights on a career-defining 24-hour ascent of Yosemite's El Capitan. Caught between the pursuit of personal ambition and the ticking biological clock of life, a near-fatal fall forces Emily to reckon with what she's willing to risk. Equal parts gripping survival story and intimate portrait, Girl Climber isn't just about breaking records, it's about breaking barriers. Amongst Yosemite's legendary boy's club, Emily isn't just proving she is the best *Girl Climber--she's proving she is one of the best. Period.
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Kimberly J Love the inspiration and perseverance-and reality of men getting all the accolades even when the women kick butt-Awesome job!! Woot!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/26/25 Full Review Giovanni J Not quite "Free Solo" but a nice journey for watching the 1st female to do it with ropes, then eventually without, and glad to see Alex Honnold be a mentor on screen. Seeing this in IMAX still gives me chills when any climber is literally hanging by their fingernails. If you loved "Free Solo" you'll like Girl Climber Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/25/25 Full Review Marianne Girl Climber was an exceptional film that left a lasting impression. The movie was both exciting and stimulating, making it well worth watching. The cinematography throughout the film was truly incredible. I highly recommend this movie! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/25 Full Review Anna Loved, loved, loved this film. I felt like I was in the climbing world it was intimate, real, and beautifully told. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/25 Full Review Stacey R A well crafted telling of Emilys story. She was vulnerable and open and strong and brave. Highly recommend to anyone. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/25 Full Review JAMES J Magnificent documentary of Emily Harrington's pursuit of her goal to be the first woman to free climb El Capitan in Yosemite within 24 hours. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Jon Glassberg

Director

Emily Harrington

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Conrad Anker

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Adrian Ballinger

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Tommy Caldwell

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Philipp Manderla

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Synopsis Professional climber Emily Harrington has summited Everest, 8000-meter peaks, and dominated the competition circuit but, her greatest challenge extends beyond the physical. To cement her legacy in the male dominated world of elite rock climbing, she sets her sights on a career-defining 24-hour ascent of Yosemite's El Capitan. Caught between the pursuit of personal ambition and the ticking biological clock of life, a near-fatal fall forces Emily to reckon with what she's willing to risk. Equal parts gripping survival story and intimate portrait, Girl Climber isn't just about breaking records, it's about breaking barriers. Amongst Yosemite's legendary boy's club, Emily isn't just proving she is the best *Girl Climber--she's proving she is one of the best. Period.
Director
Jon Glassberg
Producer
Philipp Manderla, Tyler Young
Distributor
Red Bull Studios
Production Co
Louder Than Eleven, Tyler Young Films, Red Bull Studios
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 24, 2025, Limited
Runtime
1h 23m