Big Balls & Ground Falls

Big Balls & Ground Falls is a raw, personal compilation from Jim Pope, stitching together three years of trad climbing footage into one unpolished, honest ride. True to its title, it leans into the reality of committing movement above gear, the inevitability of close calls, and the lessons that come with climbing where the ground is never far from the conversation. What makes this film worth your time is the lack of gloss: no hype reel sheen, just the atmosphere of real days out, real partners, and real consequences—plus the quiet wins that keep people coming back. If you’re drawn to trad for its decision-making as much as its difficulty, this is a watch that captures the nerves, the humour, and the meaning behind the moments that don’t always look “shiny,” but stay with you long after the rope is coiled.

Jim Pope · 45:56

3 years of footage compiled together, nothing shiny, but it definitely means a lot to me and the people involved. enjoy