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Climb to ‘the roof’ of Africa
A British team of non-disabled and disabled climbers has become what is believed to be the first multi-ability group to reach the summit of Africa’s highest peak: Mount Kilimanjaro.
Altitude sickness and exhaustion prevented only a few of them from reaching the summit, which is 19340ft (5895m) above sea level.
The trek [...]
Reviews
An emotional journey, both physically and mentally – Nigel Kingston
Really uplifting and emotional. Am inspired to tackle the mountain myself – Tracey
An incredible tale of compassion and beautiful cinematography but more importantly for me, was to show how something better can come from the obstacles in life – David Miller
Inspiring, wonderful photography – Graham Deverill, [...]
10 long days
The story so far: The Mountain Within was finally completed less than two weeks before its premiere. At that time we didn’t even know that there would be a premiere but pressed on regardless, knowing that the Special Olympics GB National Games were too good an opportunity to miss to promote the film and its [...]
The premiere
Last night’s premiere was a great success.
The film was extremely well received and judging by feedback the public are embracing the film and its message as passionately as we are. One of the stars of the film, James Smith, was in attendance and received an amazing reception from the audience. The press were also delighted [...]
National release
The Mountain Within will soon be coming to a cinema near you.
After the launch of its national cinematic release in Leicester in July 2009, The Mountain Within will be screened in cinemas across the UK during autumn and winter 2009.
The Leicester screenings have been made possible by the enormous support and enthusiasm of both Special [...]
