Michi Wohlleben

Alle 4000er der Alpen is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in the Bernina Range and the Bernese Alps. It was directed by Samuel Gyger in 2015 and produced by Samcam Film. It is a part of the series Sommer Challenge. It features Ueli Steck, Michael Wohlleben, Andreas Steindl and Daniel Mader.

Alpinist Michi Wohlleben’s ambition is hard to contain. He performs at the top of his game and is completely enthralled by mountaineering. Until his body flags up his limits after a banal training unit. From one moment to the next his world becomes unhinged. It remains doubtful whether he will ever climb mountains again. What is the impact of mountain addiction on a young, highly motivated individual?