Chris Gilson

I am a climber but I have never been attracted by the Everest circus. In fact, I find the commercialism sickening. It's driven by rich thrill-seekers who pay big bucks to be pampered by their paid servants. Hot towels and tea indeed " I'll have a tea with no sugar" no please or thank you. This doco shows up the arrogance of the tour operators and their clients, who put money and getting to the summit before the lives of the people who can make it happen. Put the money into providing better lives for all sherpas and leave Everest to real climbers, self-sufficient, Alpine style.