Only you know what you're capable of and you'll never find out if you don't try it.
~Dierdre Wolownick
I am excited to share a first glance at my new documentary,
"Climbing into Life"
A film about the remarkable story of Dierdre Wolownick, an accomplished writer, artist and musician. Ever curious, and inspired by her adult children’s love of extreme sports, she set aside her fears and jumped into the unknown. At age 66, Dierdre became the oldest woman to ascend Yosemite’s famed El Capitan.
~Melissa Davey – Filmmaker
Film Festivals
Oneota Film Festival, Decorah, Iowa March 6, 2025
Lookout Wild Film Festival, Chattanooga, TN January 18, 2025
Phoenixville Film Festival, Phoenixville, PA, Friday, September 20, 2024
Montana International Film Festival, Billings, MT, Saturday, September 21, 2024
Washington West Film Festival, Tysons Corner, VA, Saturday October 12, 2024
LA Femme International Film Festival, Los Angeles, October 24-27, 2024















Join the Climbing Into Life Tribe!
“I decided maybe this is my chance to have a life.”
-Dierdre Wolownick
” I am very pleasantly surprised at what Mom has done in the second half of her life.”
-Alex Honnold
“Even though Dierdre spoke seven languages, played at least 3 instruments, was an oil painter/artist and prolific writer, she still wanted more.”
-Hannah Hale
Interested in a private screening with Q & A session for your group?
I’d be happy to discuss format, availability and rates with you.
Reach out here!
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