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First Descent

2005·Movie
1h 50min·PG-13
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

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First Descent is a 2005 documentary film about snowboarding and its beginning in the 1980s. The snowboarders featured in this movie (Shawn Farmer, Nick Perata, Terje Haakonsen, Hannah Teter and Shaun White with guest appearances from Travis Rice) represent three generations of snowboarders and the progress this young sport has made over the past two decades. Most of the movie was shot in Alaska.
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Where can I stream First Descent legally?

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Is First Descent worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 52%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is First Descent rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is First Descent?

1 h 50 min

First Descent runs 1 h 50 min.

Is First Descent based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on First Descent?

Critics52
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate First Descent higher (78) than critics (52). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is First Descent in?

EnglishCzech

It was made in English, with some Czech. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch First Descent?

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