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Wampler's Ascent

Released Mar 1, 2013 1h 17m Documentary Adventure Drama List
Reviews 100% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
Steve Wampler, a man with cerebral palsy and full use of just one limb, spends five nights and six days climbing El Capitán in Yosemite National Park.
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David DeWitt New York Times At ... moments, the tension and pressure are palpable. It's then, as nature documentary and inspirational device, that "Wampler's Ascent" finds its power. Rated: 3/5 Aug 29, 2013 Full Review Chuck Wilson Village Voice A stirring film that's part documentary, and part promotional tool. Aug 27, 2013 Full Review Annlee Ellingson Los Angeles Times Stephen is often authentically moving, but on the ground, a manufactured awareness that this is all being filmed - along with a treacly score - mars the feel-good atmosphere. Rated: 2.5/5 Aug 22, 2013 Full Review tt stern-enzi Cincinnati CityBeat Wampler's Ascent dares to show us a life well-lived in the hope that it might take us higher. Climb aboard. Sep 12, 2017 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Even when I saw the trailer to this movie I knew it was the substance of what life is about. After I finally got to see it, it was that and more. The struggle we can all relate to in some fashion Stephen shows all the way to set goals and with the love for life and the rewards of living it fully we can achieve all we set out minds to. A 5 star movie. A movie filmed so beautifully to see the wonders of the earth and of being human. Some days so strong and others just spent and very little progress. The joys and the discouragement and exhaustion. Things beyond your human control. But as powerful as anything in this film is the love and support of people. Especially the climbers and so much his beautiful family. The intense love of his kids and his wife. His deep love and attachment to them. The worries and helplessness of only being able to pray and love and shout encouragement. And again the indescribable glory and joy of reunion and accomplishment! A great film for ALL to see! It will make you a better person. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member A father of two beautiful children and a wife who is admired. Stephen is remarkably determined to overcome any challenge. We appreciate all that he does for the Wampler Foundation. Camp Wamp. Stephen is a friend and a hero. A Two Thumbs Up - must see movie. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/08/23 Full Review Audience Member A uplifting, must see family friendly documentary! This story will have you at the edge of your seat with inspiration and admiration for Stephen Wampler. The film showcases his great achievement of tackling the famous El Captain mountain in Yosemite. Picture quality is fantastic and will have you feeling as though you are right next to Stephen climbing yourself. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member When I first saw an early cut of this film as it was being finished I cried for the last 17minutes. It is beyond inspiring and something all families should watch together. I love movies and I have been a professional working actor and in broadcast entertainment for almost 30 years. IT IS A LESSON IN LOVE, PERSISTENCE, PATIENCE, TRUST AND THE TRIUMPH OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT. Steve and Elizabeth are an example of what is still great about being human... for more information, go to: www.wamplersascent.com and sign up for their updates. You will never be the same. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Steve Wampler, a man with cerebral palsy and full use of just one limb, spends five nights and six days climbing El Capitán in Yosemite National Park.
Director
Elizabeth Wampler, Stephen Wampler
Producer
Jacques Spitzer, Elizabeth Wampler
Distributor
Hollywood Locations
Production Co
11 Amps
Genre
Documentary, Adventure, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 1, 2013, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 14, 2020
Runtime
1h 17m
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