Documentary, K2 & The Invisible Footmen By Iara Lee Best Short Film <br />K2 and Invisible Footmen <br />The documentary film "K2 and the Invisible Footmen" directed by Iara Lee focuses on the lives of indigenous porters who facilitate the ascent of K2, the second-highest mountain in the world. The film highlights the courage and sacrifices of these porters, who are often overlooked despite their critical role in mountaineering. <br /> It also follows the first official all-Pakistani climbing team, made up of former porters, who successfully summited K2 in 2014, on the 60th anniversary of the first ascent. <br /> The film has been featured in various film festivals, including the Wild & Scenic Film Festival and the Dutch Mountain Film Festival, and has received recognition for its powerful storytelling and visual depiction of the porters' lives. <br /> Additionally, the film is available for streaming on platforms such as Amazon Video and Prime Video.
