
The Companions Of The Void
1989 • Documentary
Claude Andrieux
Director
Gilles Chappaz
Director
Claude Andrieux
Writer
Gilles Chappaz
Writer
Status
Released
Release date
October 21, 1989
Duration
50 Min
Language
fr
Popularity
0.0286
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Overview
"Les Compagnons Du Vide" (The Companions of the Void) is a documentary made in 1989 by Claude Andrieux and Gilles Chappaz, broadcast in two parts on the FR3 program "Montagne." The film explores the history of the mountain guide profession through portraits of mountain guides, showcasing the diversity of this high-risk occupation. It also delves into the intimate relationship between the climbing team and the client, using the example of prestigious guides. The documentary follows these teams on major climbs around Chamonix, on Mont Blanc, and on La Meije in the Écrins massif.
Cast

Jean-Franck Charlet

Denis Ducroz

Sylviane Tavernier

Patrick Berhault

Paul Minthe

Pierre Rousseau



















