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Celebrating the 29th Alpine Film Review: Honoring Wanda Rutkiewicz and Women in Mountaineering

This special event featured films, photography, and discussions exploring Wanda Rutkiewicz's legacy in alpine sports.

The 29th Alpine Film Review commemorated the iconic high-altitude climber Wanda Rutkiewicz. This exhibition focused on her profound legacy and the vital role of women in contemporary mountaineering and extreme sports. Visitors experienced a rich program of films, historical photographs, personal memorabilia, and engaging discussions about alpine achievements and contributions.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition celebrated the 29th Alpine Film Review, dedicated to the renowned mountaineer Wanda Rutkiewicz. It focused on Rutkiewicz's legacy, the role of women in high-altitude climbing and sports, and featured related films, photography, personal memorabilia, and discussions. The event also included a temporary exhibition titled 'Wanda in the Frame'.

Curatorial context

The 29th Alpine Film Review, held from May 6-8, 2022, was dedicated to the iconic Polish high-altitude climber Wanda Rutkiewicz, whose year was declared by the Polish Sejm. The festival aimed to bring closer the personality of Rutkiewicz and explore the role of women in contemporary high-mountain climbing and sports. Partnered with the 'Wandalistki' Foundation, the event offered a female perspective on mountains, presenting the histories of pioneering female climbers and contemporary female climbers. The review commenced with the opening of the temporary exhibition 'Wanda in the Frame' on May 6, 2022, showcasing films, photographs, recorded interviews, and personal items belonging to Wanda Rutkiewicz from the museum's collection. The following days featured film blocks dedicated to Rutkiewicz's accomplishments, including feature and documentary films, interviews with people who knew her, and discussions with filmmakers and authors. The final day focused on women in climbing and sports, with presentations on competitions and discussions about the significance of women in high-mountain climbing. A specialist in skitouring also shared insights and a related film. The event also included a film competition extended to sports and tourist films.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to the event was free of charge.

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 6, 2022 – May 8, 2022
Artist line / attribution
The event honored Wanda Rutkiewicz and featured contributions from figures like Leszek Cichy, Krystyna Palmowska, Anna Pietraszek, Krzysztof Wielicki, Elżbieta Sieradzińska, Maciej Pietrowicz, Marian Sajnog, Ryszard Włoszczowski, Arkadiusz Peryga, Eliza Kubarska, Janina Fies, Daria Sieracka, Marianna Syrokomska – Kantecka, Karolina Ośka, Olga Kosek, Wojciech Szatkowski, Roman Dziedzic, and Paweł Konieczny.
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