directed by: Patrick Imbert, year: 2021
actors: Kensho Ono, Hiroshi Kamiya, Maaya Uchida, Kana Hanazawa

The Summit of the Gods is an animated adaptation of Jiro Taniguchi and Baku Yumemakura's manga about a climber who aims to conquer a legendary ascent and the photojournalist who seeks the truth behind his ascent. With painterly snow landscapes and restrained dialogue, the film probes obsession, memory, and the lure of glory as human limits are tested against the mountain's indifferent grandeur. A meditative, visually striking drama that honors the source material.

Anime Film, Animation, Adventure, Drama, Manga Adaptation, Mountain Climbing, French Japanese Co Production