El Gavilan (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 2023, El Gavilan is a documentary film directed by Bronwyn Hodgins, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Rising out of the arid Mexican Desert lies a 900ft ship's prow of elegant limestone, sporting a 9-pitch 5.13 established in the 90s by Jeff Jackson. A cutting-edge Big Wall free climb at the time, this climb shut down hard men for years. Shrouded in mysticism, the bolts rusted and the holds collected dust, until a couple of gals from Canada decided to give it a try.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, El Gavilan has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Gavilan page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Gavilan (2023)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Gavilan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Gavilan worth watching?
- El Gavilan holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was El Gavilan released?
- El Gavilan was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.