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This classic, award winning climbing film from 1978 is now available on DVD. Telling the story of the epic first ascent by Scottish climbing legends Robin Smith & Dougal Haston on Ben Nevis in 1959, re-enacted by Rab Carrington (Smith) and Brian Hall (Haston).
Based on Smith's famous tale, 'The Bat & The Wicked' and interwoven with extracts from Haston's autobiography 'In High Places', The narration gives a rare insight into the competitive world of extreme rock climbing. With its swooping falls, precarious climbing and stunning positions on the Ben, The Bat is an evocative tribute to two of Scotlands greatest climbers.
Shot in 1978 with Rab Carrington, Brian Hall and Paul Nunn. Produced & directed by Jim Curran & Tony Riley
Running 29 minutes.
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