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Drama am Gauligletscher

February 8, 2012

Originally released in 2012. Drama am Gauligletscher is a drama film. directed by Christina Karrer.

Starring Ralph Gassmann

Synopsis

A Dakota carrying US generals, their wives, and a girl takes off from Vienna bound for Pisa. A storm drives the DC3 over the Swiss Alps. Miraculously, the pilot manages to fly around the mountain peaks without any sense of direction until the plane crashes on the Gauli Glacier, triggering the most spectacular Alpine rescue to date. American military personnel disable their own and attempt to conquer the glacier with tanks. But the Swiss are not deterred by the US. A small mountain rescue team climbs to the accident site under the most difficult conditions. For the first time, a rescue plane lands on skids on the eternal ice, and Switzerland is celebrated by the world press.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 8, 2012 13 years ago
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Language German Original language
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Country Switzerland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drama am Gauligletscher about?

A Dakota carrying US generals, their wives, and a girl takes off from Vienna bound for Pisa. A storm drives the DC3 over the Swiss Alps. Miraculously, the pilot manages to fly around the mountain p...

Who directed Drama am Gauligletscher?

Drama am Gauligletscher was directed by Christina Karrer.

When was Drama am Gauligletscher released?

Drama am Gauligletscher was released on February 8, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Drama am Gauligletscher?

The main cast of Drama am Gauligletscher includes Ralph Gassmann.