The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
Canyoneering is the sport of descending canyons by means of hiking, climbing, rappelling and swimming. Relatively obscure, the sport was brought to the mainstream in 2003 with the news of Aron Ralston who had severed his own arm while trapped in a canyon. Experiencing an overnight spike in popularity by the late 90s - a result of information appearing on the internet - the sport became inundated with thrill-seekers of all backgrounds and skill levels. Facing a new era of off-the-couch recreationalists, three influential participants, a canyoneering instructor, pioneer, and guidebook author each respond to a growing interest in the incredibly dangerous activity. Gorging employs the story of canyoneering to examine larger questions about the pursuit of thrills and the consequences that follow.
Ratings
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Devashree ShivadekarWriter
- Brian OlliverDirector
- Greg S. ReevesOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Mike KelseyHimself - The Guidebook Author
- Steve CabourneHimself - The Recreationalist
- Dennis TurvilleHimself - The Pioneer
- Rich CarlsonHimself - The Founder of the ACA and Instructor