Valley Uprising | HOT | 2026 |

: The film explores how Yosemite climbing grew into an alternative way of life, often putting climbers in direct conflict with park rangers.

: The 1970s period where speed and free climbing style began to dominate. Valley Uprising

: A significant segment features the "pot plane" that crashed into Lower Merced Pass Lake, which provided a financial windfall for many climbers at the time. Notable Figures Featured : The film explores how Yosemite climbing grew

: It highlights the "classical-versus-punk-rock" rift, specifically between the purist Royal Robbins and the hard-drinking Warren Harding . Historic Eras : : A pioneer of clean climbing and multi-day big wall ascents

: The first to climb El Capitan's Nose, known for his unconventional style.

: A controversial and daring climber involved in speed climbing and base jumping.

: A pioneer of clean climbing and multi-day big wall ascents.