Don Whillans: Myth & Legend

A new film by Leo Dickinson on the life, climbs, humour and philosophy of Don Whillans, which had its world premier at this year's Kendal Mountain Film Festival.

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In the 1950's climbing standards exploded; it was due to two men Joe Brown and Don Whillans.

This film is about one of them; the droll, uncompromising, feisty half of an exceptional partnership. Brought up on the back streets of Salford and attending the University of Life, he became an icon to the climbing world, his routes were legendary, his fights became part of British climbing folklore and his wit became the currency of a generation.

For Whillans fans this is a must-have DVD, and the ideal Christmas present, particularly if your mother-in-law is staying over!

Running Time: 80 minutes  
Published:  2006  Written, edited and produced by Leo  Dickinson  
Narrated by Ian McNaught-Davis  
Supported by the BMC   

View video clips here

clip 1 - Whillans on the Germans

clip 2 - Whillans on Drinking

clip 3 - Whillans climbing with Joe Brown

clip 4 - Whillans the cult figure

clip 5 - A streaker runs past Don at a talk

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