Rob (Jason Clarke) is a hiking expert eager for his new assignment. Leading a group of men in a climbing expedition up Mount Everest, he is confident all will go well. But when calamity strikes his group, including Scott (Jake Gyllenhaal) and Beck (Josh Brolin), find themselves in peril. Relying on their skills and each other, they face a deadly path towards survival.
Viewers suffering from vertigo should probably steer clear of ‘Everest’. Having many gravity-defying shots, the cinematography is its main attraction. Creating a fully immersive experience, the photography successfully delves into the harsh conditions the climbers faced. With each participant having different personalities, no two situations are the same. This lends to some genuinely tense moments as fear, aggression and courage play out amidst the snow-capped vistas.
Whilst occasionally moving at a too leisurely pace with character clichés evident, ‘Everest’ is generally gripping viewing. The very strong cast effectively convey the pressures their characters face and their determination to see things through. Although it beggars belief as to why anyone would pay a fortune to go through such a trek, their spirit of adventure shines through. Scenes showing the preparation involved in the task are interesting with the reactions of those involved genuinely believable.
‘Everest’ is a decent biographical account of an engrossing tale. It may not inspire anyone to take up mountaineering anytime soon but it’s a very human story worth telling.
Movie Review Rating out of 10: 7
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