LIGHT: The Hidden World of Eating Disorders in Pro Rock Climbing
"Light," the new film by Caroline Treadway, reveals the hidden world of eating disorders in professional rock climbing as the filmmaker follows two best friends on their harrowing journey in a courageous narrative that breaks the silence about the sport’s darkest secret.
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“Light,” the new film by Caroline Treadway, reveals the hidden world of eating disorders in professional rock climbing as the filmmaker follows two best friends on their harrowing journey in a courageous narrative that breaks the silence about the sport’s darkest secret.
Angie Payne, Emily Harrington, Andrea Szekely and Kai Lightner share their struggles and insights in this original documentary about the quest for lightness and its dangerous legacy.
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This independent film was directed, written, edited and produced by women.
We hope this film will spark fresh dialogue, remove some stigma and offer solace to those who need it.
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Directed and Written by Caroline Treadway
Edited by Chelsea Walsh
Artwork by @petitepress
Animation and Post Production by Digital Stoke Media
Original Music by Sorcha Cribben-Merrill
Cinematography by Chelsea Walsh, Colette McInerney
Produced by Caroline Treadway, Chelsea Walsh, Ted Distel, Colette McInerney
