
An American Ascent 2014
"From every mountainside, let freedom ring"
Overview
An American Ascent documents the first African American expedition to tackle Denali, North America's highest peak and explores the complex relationship many African-Americans have with the outdoors. As the United States transitions to a 'minority majority' nation, a staggering number of people of color do not identify with America's wild places. By embarking on the grueling multi-week climb of the 20,327ft Denali, nine African-American climbers set out to bridge this 'adventure gap' - challengin
Director: George Potter
Cast
Shelton Johnson
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Stephen Shobe
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Erica Wynn
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Tyrhee Moore
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Scott Briscoe
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Billy Long
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Rosemary Saal
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Ryan Mitchell
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Stephen DeBerry
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Adina Scott
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