The legend of Hamish MacInnes began early, with feats such as climbing the Matterhorn at 16 and building his first motor car from scratch at 17. He attempted to reach Everest's peak in 1953, only to be narrowly beaten by Hillary and Tenzing. As an explorer, expedition leader, and engineer, MacInnes achieved world fame and developed innovative tools like the all-metal ice axe, which saved countless lives. Despite his remarkable accomplishments, he was institutionalized at 84 due to delirium, only to discover his memories were gone after a spell in a Scottish hospital. The film follows his life story, mirroring his greatest challenge: recovering his memories and rescuing himself.
Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
A elderly adventurer embarks on a journey to rediscover his sense of self and memories after a hospitalization forces him to confront his changing reality.
