At the far southern edge of Chile, Patagonia turns into an arena for one of climbing’s most visceral disciplines: deep-water soloing. Patagonia deep-water soloing - Red Bull Psicobloc 2012 drops you into Red Bull’s Psicobloc event, where competitors flow up sea-carved walls and cave-like features above cold, churning water—no ropes, no harnesses, just commitment and consequence with every move.
In just a few minutes, it captures the purest kind of pressure: the silence before a dynamic sequence, the roar of the crowd and waves below, and the split-second slip that becomes a clean plunge into the ocean. Expect bold lines, big energy, and a rare setting that makes the climbing feel even wilder—an adrenaline hit and a reminder of why the edge is where the sport comes alive.
Hazel Findlay takes on The Cad at Gogarth in this focused clip from Hot Aches Productions’ film Odyssey. Set on the wild sea cliffs of North Wales, it follows Hazel as she commits to a classic trad line where exposure, rock quality, and headspace matter as much as strength.
Worth watching for its pure, no-nonsense dose of UK trad: calm decision-making, precise movement, and the unmistakable tension of climbing above the Atlantic with gear placements you have to trust. It’s short, punchy, and full of that Gogarth atmosphere—perfect when you want a hit of inspiration and a reminder of what makes committing climbs so addictive.
Park Life - Yosemite Bouldering drops you into Yosemite Valley in late November as the Louder Than Eleven crew converges for two weeks of granite, camp life, and all-day attempts on hard problems. Framed by Jon Krakauer’s idea of passion that “consumes utterly,” it follows a group of dedicated boulderers chasing steep lines and small holds beneath the Valley’s legendary walls, where the simple act of trying becomes a way of defining who you are.
What makes this film stick is its blend of difficulty, atmosphere, and honesty: powerful sessions, the sting of failure, the rush of sticking the move, and the friendships that form when everyone is living for the next attempt. With crisp visuals, a driving soundtrack, and a clear love letter to Yosemite’s bouldering culture, Park Life isn’t just about sending—it’s about the reckless commitment, the purpose, and the “why” that keeps climbers coming back.
Ashima: Return of the Warrior Ninja Princess follows phenom Ashima Shiraishi back to Hueco Tanks, Texas, in March 2012, where she turns a legendary bouldering landscape into her personal proving ground. Directed by Jason Kehl for bigupproductions, this short but powerful film captures Ashima’s focused return to form as she takes on Crown of Aragorn (V13) and Barefoot on Sacred Ground (V12) at just 10 years old.
It’s worth watching for the mix of jaw-dropping difficulty and quiet, determined composure—no hype needed when the climbing speaks for itself. You’ll get crisp sequences on iconic Hueco stone, a sense of what “impossible” looks like up close, and the kind of confidence that makes the nickname feel earned: fast, precise, and fearless—an instant CouchClimbs hit for anyone who loves bouldering at its limit.
Red River Gorge the movie is a fast-paced climbing medley set in Kentucky’s iconic Red River Gorge, capturing the steep sandstone lines and the bouldery power that made the area legendary. In just over eight minutes, the film stitches together hard sport climbing highlights featuring marquee routes like Southern Smoke Direct (9a), Golden Ticket (8c+/9a), and Pure Imagination (8c+), with a standout flash from Adam Ondra that underlines just how serious these walls are.
What makes this one worth your time is its pure, no-frills hit of motivation: crisp sequences on world-class terrain, a rhythm that keeps the stoke high, and the satisfying mix of tension and release that comes with watching climbers commit above the draws. Whether you’re chasing your next project or simply want a quick dose of limestone-style intensity translated to sandstone, this short delivers big-route energy, sharp movement, and that unmistakable Red River Gorge atmosphere.
Arc'teryx - Gimp Monkeys follows Arc'teryx athlete Craig DeMartino alongside Jarem Frye and Pete Davis as they set their sights on one of Yosemite’s ultimate tests: El Capitan. With the 1,800-foot Zodiac looming above the Valley, the film captures a simple, stubborn truth at the heart of their mission—climbers first, disabled second—as they commit to the wall and the work it demands.
What makes this short film so gripping is how directly it translates big-wall climbing into felt experience: the exposure, the systems, the teamwork, and the steady accumulation of small decisions that add up to upward progress. It’s a tight hit of Yosemite scale and resolve—equal parts inspiration and realism—that leaves you wanting to chalk up, tie in, and see what you’re capable of when the route gets steep.
ABYSS - North America’s Highest Bouldering drops you into Colorado’s thin-air frontier, where secret alpine stone and big ambitions collide. From Louder Than Eleven, this 47-minute film follows the exploration and development of high-elevation climbing above the Front Range, tracing the lines, the characters, and the growing controversy around secrecy, style, and the ethics of putting new routes on the map—building toward a headline-making first ascent at altitude.
What makes ABYSS so gripping is that it’s not just about hard moves; it’s about the culture that forms around them. With a stacked cast of climbers and candid commentary from across the community, it captures the push-and-pull between adventure and preservation, personal vision and shared responsibility. Expect moody mountain atmosphere, sharp storytelling, and the kind of debate that lingers after the credits—perfect if you like your climbing films with both intensity and ideas.
Slovak Direct, Denali - Houseman/Bullock follows Andy Houseman and Nick Bullock on a rare ascent of the legendary Slovak Direct, carving a line up Denali’s immense South Face. Over four committed days high on North America’s tallest peak, the film captures the scale of Alaska’s big-mountain environment and the headspace required to keep moving when retreat stops being a simple option.
What makes this one worth your time is its raw, grounded sense of commitment: long days, relentless exposure, and the quiet intensity of two climbers problem-solving in a place that doesn’t forgive mistakes. If you’re drawn to hard mixed climbing, expedition reality, and the kind of focus that only comes when everything is on the line, this is a compact hit of Denali seriousness that stays with you after the credits.
Liberty Mountain’s The Hardest Offwidth Crack in Vedauwoo - Forever War drops you into the granite mazes of Vedauwoo, Wyoming, as Pamela “Shanti” Pack takes on her own first ascent: The Forever War (5.13c/d R). In just over four minutes, the film captures the raw, physical reality of offwidth crack climbing—where progress is measured in inches, commitment is mandatory, and every position feels like a fight you willingly signed up for.
What makes it so watchable is the blend of difficulty and danger: a short, brutal pitch that starts with inverted climbing through a steep roof, transitions into overhanging arm-bars, then demands a final stretch of no-glory 5.12a groveling—all while still needing a serious rack despite a couple bolts. If you’ve ever wondered why offwidth has a reputation for equal parts suffering and obsession, this is the kind of ascent that answers it with sweat, precision, and grit.
After years away, Chris Sharma returns to the storied limestone of Céüse with Daila Ojeda, drawn back to a cliff that helped define modern sport climbing. Céüse holds deep personal weight for Sharma—more than a decade after his landmark ascent of Biographie, he’s back to seek fresh inspiration, this time roaming the quieter “Face de Rat” sector in search of a new line to create from scratch.
What makes this short film hit is its behind-the-scenes look at the full arc of a project: not just trying hard, but finding, cleaning, and bolting a future classic on one of the world’s most revered walls. You’ll get the feel of Céüse’s sweeping stone, the calm intensity of Sharma’s process, and the satisfying mix of patience, craft, and commitment that turns blank rock into possibility—perfect for anyone who loves the romance of new routes and the relentless pull of unfinished dreams.
