Brian Berta
This movie keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time. It's very tense even though the outcome is already known.This movie details the true story of a mountaineering expedition gone horribly wrong. It shows the 2 climbers struggling to make it back down as more and more things go wrong.Even though we already know the ending, the movie is still quite the thrill ride. It keeps us on the edge of our seats the entire time. It is very gripping and the movie draws the viewer into the action immensely.The great acting, facial expressions, sound and music, editing, and set design only makes the tension bigger and it immerses the viewer even more.This is a movie that you have to experience. It's hard to watch at times due to the graphic nature of some of its scenes but it's truly an amazing film which keeps the viewer engaged from beginning to end. It's a must watch for all fans of the genre.
kevjfarrell
I came across this movie while channel surfing and I'm so glad I did. Fortunately I caught it near the start. I don't particularly have an interest in mountain climbing but that doesn't matter. This true story will blow you away! The narration intertwined with re-enactments is perfectly timed and paced. One of the greatest stories of human endurance that you will ever hear. Even now when I play it on DVD it amazes me. It's a movie that will live with you forever once seen. And you'll find yourself recommending it to everyone in your circle. I have also read the book. It works well in whatever medium you decide to learn about this actual event. I cannot recommend this movie too highly! Don't be put off if mountain climbing isn't your thing - it's a much bigger story than that!! When it's over, you'll find it hard to believe these events actually took place.
evening1
It's hard to understand why anyone would want to do this kind of climbing. The views must be exhilarating but the climbers say so little about them.The chilling statistic that 80% of climbing accidents occur on the descent is acted out on this snowy Peruvian peak as the chilly Joe Simpson and far friendlier Simon Yates are forced to make their way down separately.The documentary is strongest in showing in grueling detail what the gravely injured Simpson must do to survive. It could have done a lot better examining the psychological repercussions of Yates' having cut a dangling Simpson from his rope, leaving him to tumble into a crevasse.Despite its failings this is an amazing story of fortitude and survival. I looked the main characters up on Wikipedia and was not surprised to learn that Yates became notorious as "the man who cut the rope" and Simpson not only went on to climb other peaks but also found work as a motivational speaker.
dumsumdumfai
Now this is a cliffhanger Stallone!The movie opens slowly, and wisely builds the tension and explain the background for the uninitiated. The rope, the bond, the trust...etc. And as the story moves along you are not sure what exciting/horrify things will happen (unless you read previews - and thus the tragedy of review : it tells you too much but needs to hold your attention) but you do get an uneasy feeling. Then wam/bam, the decisive critical moment jumps on your just like a hurt animal. And it gets worse. That is a great thing about this kind of recollecting documentary, with particularly(A MUST) the first person's perspective. There is so much detail and emotions. And it helps with the 3rd guy breaking up the tension. The only bit that was a bit weird for me is the repeating music in the head near the end. Spoilers** Not sure if this was intentional, but I particularly like the way it started with closeups on Joe's face up until the decision making point - and the explain the broken leg. So I wasn't sure whether the injury was much more serious (i.e. removed or spinal..etc).
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