Acmi Podcasts

In this revealing panel discussion, the filmmakers behind acclaimed feature documentary Sherpa explore the process of creating a film in the aftermath of unexpected disaster. Director, writer and co-producer Jennifer Peedom (Miracle on Everest, Solo), editor Christian Gazal (Happy Feet, The Little Death) and producers Bridget Ikin (An Angel at My Table, Look Both Ways) and John Smithson (Touching the Void, 127 Hours) give their account of how an avalanche that killed 16 sherpas on Everest gave rise to a story different to what they originally planned to tell. Analysing the challenges they faced in capturing it, the panel uncover the creative, physical and emotional effort that goes into making a successful theatrical documentary. Speakers: Jennifer Peedom, Bridget Ikin, Christian Gazal and John Smithson