MFF: On Location #6 The Alps- Filming the Eiger with IMAX Cameras

MFF: On Location #6 The Alps- Filming the Eiger with IMAX Cameras

Author: MacGillivray Freeman Films December 4, 2007 Duration: 0:00
Episode 6 of "MFF: On Location" for "The Alps" shows you how the MFF camera crew was able to use the IMAX camera to get the amazing shots you see in the film. They dealt with sheer rock faces, unpredictable weather, and harsh ice and snow to get some of the most spectacular footage ever shot on the Eiger.

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