"Third Man on the Mountain" is a Disney live-action film which stars James MacArthur ('Danno' from "Hawaii Five-O"). It seems he was a very popular actor with Disney and made several other films, such as "Swiss Family Robinson". And, if you pay attention, you'll see MacArthur's mother (Helen Hayes) and his then wife, Joyce Bulifant.
Rudi (MacArthur) is a young Swiss man whose father was a famous mountain guide...a deceased guide. Because the man was killed while doing his job, Rudi's mother and uncle insist that he work as a dish washer at the local hotel....though he wants to be a guide just like his old man. However, when a world famous climber comes to town and Rudi saves his life, this man (Michael Rennie) wants him to accompany him on his climbs.
I must admit that this movie sports some incredible cinematography and the staged climbing scenes looked very realistic. On the other hand, I doubt if anyone will love this film unless they love mountain climbing. As for me, I found my attention drifting after a while. So, very well made and acted but also a film that might drag a bit for most viewers.
Rudi (MacArthur) is a young Swiss man whose father was a famous mountain guide...a deceased guide. Because the man was killed while doing his job, Rudi's mother and uncle insist that he work as a dish washer at the local hotel....though he wants to be a guide just like his old man. However, when a world famous climber comes to town and Rudi saves his life, this man (Michael Rennie) wants him to accompany him on his climbs.
I must admit that this movie sports some incredible cinematography and the staged climbing scenes looked very realistic. On the other hand, I doubt if anyone will love this film unless they love mountain climbing. As for me, I found my attention drifting after a while. So, very well made and acted but also a film that might drag a bit for most viewers.