Documentary film, 1x90' or 1x45'
The Edge of Survival follows champion kayakers and brothers Matthias and Jakob Weger on a daring first descent of New Zealand’s remote Joe River. Combining kayaking with parapente flying, they navigate treacherous rapids and unknown terrain, facing extreme challenges in one of the last true wildernesses on Earth.
Matthias Weger, born in 1996 in Schenna, Italy, is a passionate extreme kayaker and outdoor enthusiast. From childhood, he engaged in skiing, mountaineering, and paragliding. Along with his brother Jakob, he has produced notable mountain films like "22 HØURS – Arctic Dreamlines," screened in over 100 cinemas. Matthias has won three European Extreme Kayak championships and a third place at the World Championships. His earliest memory, kayaking in Corsica at three, sparked his enduring love for adventure. Living in South Tyrol, he enjoys the pristine natural scenery, local food, and the freedom to blend high-energy sports with filmmaking.
Jakob Weger, born in 1998 in Schenna, Italy, is a multisport athlete excelling in kayaking, snowboarding, and paragliding. Transitioning from a U23 World Champion kayaker, he now focuses on snowboard freeriding and paragliding. His motto, "Almost everything is possible when you find the right motivation," reflects his adventurous spirit. Jakob collaborates with his brother on mountain films like "Alpine Worlds." Known for being passionate, calm, and goal-oriented, he appreciates social media for connecting with others and sharing his adventures. He deeply values his South Tyrolean roots, local outdoor activities, and his relationships with friends and family.
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