Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms
Durch die Heimat des Eises und der Stürme
“2400 Kilometers of Antarctica with Reinhold Messner and Arved Fuchs”
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In 1989, the German polar explorer Arved Fuchs and the South Tyrolean mountaineer Reinhold Messner set out together to reach the South Pole on skis without sled dogs or motor technology and then cross the entire Antarctic. There are problems right from the start because the onward transport to the starting point by plane cannot be carried out on time. Finally, the adventurers set off from Patriot Hills Base Camp on the Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf to the Pole. The completely different character traits of the two men quickly emerge. Messner is impetuous and pushes for speed. The calm Fuchs divides his strength and consistently follows his pace during all planned breaks. On New Year's Eve 1989, the two men are warmly welcomed by the crew of the US Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station. But the much larger and more dangerous part of their adventurous continental crossing still lies ahead of them. The 3-part documentary shows one of the last great adventures of modern times in impressive pictures.
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Der schwere Beginn
The start of the Antarctic crossing of Arved Fuchs and Reinhold Messner with stopover South Pole is difficult. First, the flight connection between Punta Arenas in South America and the Antarctic base camp with an ancient aircraft not works until the third attempt due to the weather. As in Patriot Hills even the smaller transport plane to the starting point of the expedition is not available, Reinhold Messner gets angry and demands the prepayment back. The route of the two adventurers must be reorganized and shortened by 600 kilometers. Finally, they start on skis with 80 kilograms of sledges per man in the direction of the Thiel Mountains through inadequately explored territory.
Tausend Kilometer Einsamkeit zum Pol
The two adventurers' rapid progress in the endless white expanse of Antarctica is made difficult by strong headwinds and so-called Sastrugis, ice-hardened, streamlined snow elevations. They constantly have to take small detours. In addition, Arved Fuchs' feet started to cause problems after 300 kilometers. Bloodshot blisters require makeshift medical care. When the rocky peaks of the Thiel Mountains appear on the horizon, both men feel hopeful because a segment has been completed. It turns out that Arved Fuchs and Reinhold Messner are different characters who have different views on walking rhythm and speed. Conflicts arise. Nevertheless, they pulled themselves together to reach the US Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station in time for New Year's Eve 1989, where they received an euphoric welcome from the researchers stationed there.
Auf der Todesroute zur McMurdo-Bucht
After the short stay at the South Pole with its hospitable part-time residents, Arved Fuchs and Reinhold Messner set off again to complete their Antarctic crossing. The much longer part of their adventurous journey lies ahead of them. They have chosen the so-called death route via the Beardmore Glacier and the Ross Ice Shelf, which Robert Falcon Scott once took when he wanted to return from the South Pole and died along with all his remaining men. The goal of McMurdo Bay should be reached within 45 days because the provisions only last that long. Since they now most likely have the wind at their backs, they are equipped with large ski sails, which they want to be pulled along with their heavy sleds. But frozen ice crusts, crevasses and storms keep stopping them again and again, putting the completion of the expedition in jeopardy.
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About Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms
“2400 Kilometers of Antarctica with Reinhold Messner and Arved Fuchs”
In 1989, the German polar explorer Arved Fuchs and the South Tyrolean mountaineer Reinhold Messner set out together to reach the South Pole on skis without sled dogs or motor technology and then cross the entire Antarctic. There are problems right from the start because the onward transport to the starting point by plane cannot be carried out on time. Finally, the adventurers set off from Patriot Hills Base Camp on the Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf to the Pole. The completely different character traits of the two men quickly emerge. Messner is impetuous and pushes for speed. The calm Fuchs divides his strength and consistently follows his pace during all planned breaks. On New Year's Eve 1989, the two men are warmly welcomed by the crew of the US Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station. But the much larger and more dangerous part of their adventurous continental crossing still lies ahead of them. The 3-part documentary shows one of the last great adventures of modern times in impressive pictures. Across 1 season and 3 episodes, originally airing on Das Erste.
Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms Cast and Characters
The cast features Reinhold Messner (as Self - Expedition Member / Portrait Subject), Arved Fuchs (as Self - Expedition Member / Portrait Subject), Michelle Rogan-Finnemore (as Self), Viktor Boyarsky (as Self), and Carlos Anderson (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms has built such a passionate audience.
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Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Who is in the cast of Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms?
The main cast includes Reinhold Messner, Arved Fuchs, Michelle Rogan-Finnemore, and Viktor Boyarsky, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms available in German?
Yes — Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
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Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms first aired in 1990.
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How many seasons and episodes does Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms have?
Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms currently has 1 season and a total of 3 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms about?
In 1989, the German polar explorer Arved Fuchs and the South Tyrolean mountaineer Reinhold Messner set out together to reach the South Pole on skis without sled dogs or motor technology and then cross the entire Antarctic. There are problems right from the start because the onward transport to the starting point by… It belongs to the Documentary genre.
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When was Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms first released?
Through the Homeland of Ice and Storms first premiered on December 1, 1990 (1990). The series has since concluded its run.
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