The Life Story of Dierdre Wolownick
2025 · 0h 52m · Documentary
Genres: Documentary

Dierdre Wolownick is the oldest woman to ascend El Capitan in Yosemite. Never an athlete, she excelled in languages, art, music and other intellectual pursuits. In her 60's she began running and climbing out of curiosity. Her son, Alex Honnold of the film FREE SOLO was her mentor.
Director: Melissa Davey
Cinematography: Cliff Trainman
Editor: Lana Duda, Ziggy Gamble