
Directing
Johannes Mair
Johannes Mair has been working as a filmmaker in the field of mountain and climbing sports since 2008. During this time, he has worked with numerous top international athletes such as Jakob Schubert, Hansjörg Auer, Anna Stöhr, Kilian Fischhuber, Barbara Zangerl, Jacopo Larcher, Guido Unterwurzacher, Nadine Wallner, Beat Kammerlander, Nina Caprez, Albert Leichtfried and many more. His work focuses on authentic stories centered around life in the mountains and the individual approach of the athletes – a style for which several of his films have won awards. His cinematic repertoire ranges from elaborately produced TV broadcast in prime time to more to “nerdier” YouTube videos – such as for Jakob Schubert’s channel, which he has been helping to create for two years. With his company Alpsolut Pictures, Johannes Mair also produces image and promotional films for industrial companies, the Alpine Association and tourism partners.
Acting credits
Behind the camera
7.0On September 20, 2023, Jakob Schubert was able to climb “B.I.G.” (formerly known as “Project Big”) in Flatanger, Norway—one of the most demanding sport climbing routes in the world. Originally bolted by Adam Ondra, the route remained a project for over a decade. After working on it together in 2022, Jakob returned the following year with a new idea: attempting the climb while livestreaming my tries. “B.I.G. – A World First” documents this journey—capturing not only the ascent itself, but also the mental side of pushing Jakob’s limits on a route that once felt impossible.
B.I.G - A World First
2026
NR"Waiting for Godot" is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place on Torre Central Del Paine and Torre Norte Del Paine. It was directed by Hannes Mair in 2010 and produced by Alpsolut. It features Hansjörg Auer, Much Mayr, Barry Page and Karl Gabl.
Waiting for Godot
2010
10.0Albert Leichtfried is not only an experienced extreme climber but also the head of training for the Austrian Mountain Guides Association. Together with his ideal partner Benedikt Purner—also a mountain guide instructor—they are considered Austria’s most renowned ice-climbing duo. The far north holds a special allure for the pair; they return from every trip there with spectacular stories and first ascents. On their fourth trip to Iceland, one particular objective proves nearly impossible: the first ascent of a "sea cliff"—an icefall that extends all the way down to the ocean. Winter storms make the boat journey required to reach it extremely dangerous.
Iceland – An Island of Fire and Ice
2009
10.0Albert Leichtfried is not only an experienced extreme climber but also the head of training for the Austrian Mountain Guides Association. Together with his ideal partner Benedikt Purner—also a mountain guide instructor—they are considered Austria’s most renowned ice-climbing duo. The far north holds a special allure for the pair; they return from every trip there with spectacular stories and first ascents. On their fourth trip to Iceland, one particular objective proves nearly impossible: the first ascent of a "sea cliff"—an icefall that extends all the way down to the ocean. Winter storms make the boat journey required to reach it extremely dangerous.
Iceland – An Island of Fire and Ice
2009
