A gripping story of human courage and resilience, The Alps follows a young mountain-climber, John Harlin III, in his journey to the peak of the Eiger, a beautiful yet deadly mountain in the Swiss Alps. Often translated as the Ogre, the Eiger is one of the most perilous mountains in the world. It has claimed countless mountaineers' lives, including John's own father, yet remains an
obsession for mountain-climbers as a crowning achievement in their careers. In The Alps, John sets out to confront his painful legacy by conquering the summit of the Eiger. Along the way, the film examines how settlers have skilfully created a life for themselves amidst the pristine yet dangerous mountain landscape. These twin stories illustrate the strength and resilience of the human spirit as these remarkable people learn to coexist with the mountains.
The Alps is written by renowned British author, mountaineer and Eiger veteran Stephen Venables, and directed by award-winning Stephen Judson. It is set to the music of classic rock music legends Queen, and is narrated by award-winning stage, television and screen actor Michael Gambon (Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter).
Screening Period: 01 November 2008 to 30 April 2009
Duration: Approx. 40min
Film Format: IMAX 2D
Official Website: http://www.alpsfilm.com/
Showtimes: Click here
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The Alps Exhibition @ Omni-Theatre
Free Admission
Complete your movie experience with a visit to The Alps Exhibition. Learn about the formation of The Alps and discover the challenges that the local residents face as global warming becomes a serious issue.
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Viewers' Contest
Alpine Dreams Grand Draw
8 Nov 08 - 30 Apr 09
WIN a pair of return Economy Class air tickets* to Zurich (Switzerland) worth $7000!
*inclusive of taxes and fuel surcharges
Terms & Conditions:
- Alpine Dreams Grand Draw is open only to 'The Alps' movie patrons. Not applicable for organized groups.
- Only completed entries with all-correct answers are eligible.
- The draw date is 4 May 2009. The winner will be notified by email or post. No correspondence will be entertained.
- The prize is not transferable and not exchangeable for cash. The winner will be able to select a travel date within 6 months of being notified (subject to availability of airline seats).
- Employees of Science Centre Singapore/Swiss International Air Lines and their families are not eligible to participate.
- Final decision will be at the discretion of Science Centre Singapore.
- Prize not claimed will be donated to a charity selected by Science Centre Singapore.
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