2023 | United States | Documentary

Ashima

  • English, Japanese 84 mins
  • Director | Kenji Tsukamoto
  • Writer | -
  • Producer | Kenji Tsukamoto, Minji Chang, Roy Choi, Dave Boyle

STATUS: Released

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One of the world’s youngest elite rock climbers, Ashima Shiraishi spent her formative years breaking numerous age-based climbing milestones, spurred on by her number one fan and coach, her father, Poppo a retired Butoh dancer and avant-garde performer with no formal climbing experience. When these New Yorkers travel to South Africa to conquer a V14 boulder problem, father and daughter must face their interpersonal struggles in tandem with the challenging ascent. – Brandon Harrison 

Rock Climber Father Climbing Butoh Performer Africa Tandem