Storyline
In June 1978, Patrick Vallençant made the first ski descent of the southeast face of Artesonjaru in Peru, in the Cordillera Blanca, 6,000 meters above sea level and 60° of slope. He left Huaraz on horseback, a donkey carrying his equipment. While crossing Cajas, the last village on the trail to Lake Paron, he was greeted by Victor and Cesar, two Indians who accompanied him to the lake. The climb to the summit was tiring, requiring as much effort from his arms as from his legs. The beginning of the descent was hesitant, the slope extremely steep. He achieved his feat on June 9, his thirty-second birthday.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Patrick Vallençant
Self
Pierre Saloff-Coste
Self
Frequently Asked Questions
El Gringo Eskiador was released on January 1, 1978.
The runtime of El Gringo Eskiador is 56m.
El Gringo Eskiador is a Documentary, Adventure movie.
El Gringo Eskiador has a rating of 10.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
El Gringo Eskiador is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
El Gringo Eskiador was directed by Pierre Saloff-Coste.
The main cast of El Gringo Eskiador includes Patrick Vallençant, Pierre Saloff-Coste.
El Gringo Eskiador is originally in French.