Molly Se-kyungHBO’s sports documentary “Here to Climb”, a prodigious work from Red Bull Media House and directors Ricki Stern and Annie Sundberg (known for HBO’s “My So-Called High School Rank,” “Marathon: The Patriots Day Bombing”), will make its much-anticipated debut on TUESDAY, JUNE 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will also be available to stream on Max.
The documentary intricately narrates the inspiring story of Sasha DiGiulian, a professional climber who transforms from a child prodigy to a champion sport climber. Sasha has made an indelible mark by bravely ascending some of the largest rock formations on earth, setting audacious first female records. Her journey is a testament to resilience, fiercely overcoming both physical and mental challenges, charting a unique course in a sport where a path for women barely existed, thereby making her passion a noteworthy profession.
“Here to Climb” is a visual spectacle, with awe-inspiring cinematography which places the viewer atop the world’s most intimidating and treacherous walls. The film emphasizes the immense drive and grit required to conquer these summits. As Sasha accomplishes one peak after another, she overcomes numerous hurdles, including public scrutiny on her image and climbing motives, cyberbullying over her bodyweight, and a potential career-halting injury that resulted in five major surgeries within a span of a year.
The documentary features esteemed participants like professional climbers Sasha DiGiulian, Cedar Wright, Alex Honnold, and Lynn Hill; climbers Angela VanWiemeersch and Vian Charbonneau; cinematographer, Pablo Durana; Sasha’s mother, Andrea DiGiulian; and Sasha’s husband, Erik Osterholm.
“Here to Climb”, presented by HBO Sports Documentaries, is an exhilarating depiction of a record-breaking female athlete who constantly challenges her limits, redefining the very meaning of success.
