73SSIFF - 19/27 September 2025
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Teppen no mukou ni anata ga iru / Climbing for Life

Junji Sakamoto
Japan      130 m.
Special Screenings - Not in competition
Synopsis

In 1975, a woman made her way to the summit of Mount Everest. Her name is Junko. She became the first woman in history to conquer the world's highest summit. Her glorious achievement captivated the world, casting a radiant light but also a deep shadow on her friends and family. In her later years, even though she was diagnosed with a terminal illness, Junko continued to challenge the mountains throughout her life. What did Junko last see beyond the top?


Director
Junji Sakamoto (Japan)
Production
Kinoshita Group Co., LTD
Cast
Sayuri Yoshinaga, Non , Yuki Amami, Koichi Sato
Country
Japan
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