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googolendtimesSep 27, 2015

On a technical scale, "Everest" is breathtaking and capable of offering visceral thrills enough to keep the attention of its audience. On a human level, however, this is a disappointingly underdeveloped affair that comes across as aOn a technical scale, "Everest" is breathtaking and capable of offering visceral thrills enough to keep the attention of its audience. On a human level, however, this is a disappointingly underdeveloped affair that comes across as a squandered opportunity more than anything else. This particular story demands and deserves far more of an introspection into the tragedy of that fateful day in May 1996 that killed 12 people; the social issues that surround it; and the immense personal cost to those left behind. The film's screenplay offers little to none of this and the emotion it possesses can be sourced in the remarkable and committed performances of an accomplished ensemble - Josh Brolin, Jason Clarke, Jake Gyllenhaal, Keira Knightley and Emily Watson throw themselves into their respective roles one hundred percent, both physically and emotionally. The acting aside, I feel as though there was a lot more emotion below the surface, waiting to be discovered. It's unfortunate that the film doesn't take the chance to try and find it.… Expand

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jrodfilmsSep 27, 2015

I think the build up was very strong, and i enjoyed the film overall. However, i wanted it to end, and I hate that feeling. I think the s enes with the wives and family at the end did not flow well with the film. Amazing cinematography.

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Jess_HillSep 18, 2015

Stunning cinematography, gripping circumstances and a brilliant cast should make for an epic film. Unfortunately, whilst there are some good moments, this was an underwhelming experience. The pacing was poor, with a climax which fails toStunning cinematography, gripping circumstances and a brilliant cast should make for an epic film. Unfortunately, whilst there are some good moments, this was an underwhelming experience. The pacing was poor, with a climax which fails to engage the audience emotionally, and you're left feeling as though you should have cared more about the real people who were a part of the journey. A mediocre film that's visually arresting but otherwise disappointing. 5.34/10… Expand

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nascentSep 30, 2015

I found it a fairly bland disaster film personally.
I found the first half hour was a poor way to introduce characters, and frankly found I didn't connect with any of them. I found that the film poorly demonstrated why it is that people willI found it a fairly bland disaster film personally.
I found the first half hour was a poor way to introduce characters, and frankly found I didn't connect with any of them. I found that the film poorly demonstrated why it is that people will do silly things to summit and risk their lives. The characters barely had any backstory, and them trying to do such crazy things in the face of immediate danger wasn't expressed in a empathetic way. I felt as connected to the characters as I would to a character from a late 80s/early 90s slasher sequel. I couldn't empathise or understand why these people would do such stupidly obvious things. The loss of sanity caused by lack of oxygen, the hunger to summit against better judgement, none of this was portrayed well by the film for me.
I also found the film jumped around time frames poorly, and failed to show the actual struggle of the climb itself, skipping months of going between base camps and painstaking climbing, instead just showing you a few dangerous high-octane moments. It felt like the movie Jaws, if the ocean was the size of an Olympic Swimming pool, suspense was edited out of the film, and people were still trying to swim laps despite everyone telling them there's a shark coming towards them.
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TVJerryOct 14, 2015

Movies about attempts to scale the titular peak have been made before and probably better. This one's based on a real expedition that was plagued by harsh weather and other dooming circumstances. The first hour is spent setting up theMovies about attempts to scale the titular peak have been made before and probably better. This one's based on a real expedition that was plagued by harsh weather and other dooming circumstances. The first hour is spent setting up the characters as they prep for the big climb. The 2nd half takes the trek with methodical detail. Even though there are perilous moments, they seldom create much apprehension or drama. The cinematography offers incredible vistas and perilous perches that are even more dizzying in 3D. If you're into mountain adventures, there's enough here to like, but as cinema, it's less than gripping.… Expand

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moviemitch96Sep 22, 2015

Decided to check this out this week since it's only playing in IMAX 3D for its first week and I thought it looked decent and intense. All I can say is man, what a disappointment! First off, the 3D felt so pointless and didn't invest me anyDecided to check this out this week since it's only playing in IMAX 3D for its first week and I thought it looked decent and intense. All I can say is man, what a disappointment! First off, the 3D felt so pointless and didn't invest me any further into the film. Hell, halfway through I pretty much lost interest and didn't really care anymore. Also, the cast felt wasted. For such a great ensemble, everyone's acting was surprisingly mediocre. The middle act felt cluttered and overstuffed with too much happening all at once that it was hard to keep track of all the characters and what was happening to them. And last but not least, the ending was depressing as hell with very little payoff. Yes I understand that these are facts and it was a true story, but that doesn't change the fact that it still put me in a downer mood as I left the theater. Overall, not as near intense as I would've liked and a waste of 3D, talent, and potential. Oh and did I mention that the ending's depressing?… Expand

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AliceofXOct 21, 2015

What killed this movie for me the most was their attempt at "docu-dramism" where they tried too much to be almost a documentary rather than a dramatic film. Things are told but never felt. You know some things about the characters but youWhat killed this movie for me the most was their attempt at "docu-dramism" where they tried too much to be almost a documentary rather than a dramatic film. Things are told but never felt. You know some things about the characters but you never get to know them. There is little time spent in establishing them as people.

The biggest reason for that is that the film never really settles on a protagonist, but just sort of jumps from person to person. The film would have been a lot better if it had told just one person's story, then maybe it could have created some feeling in the viewer.

But besides all that Everest is by no means a bad film. What it does well is give you a sense of the experience of mountain climbing and the mind numbing danger of it all.

Everest is not a bad film, especially for a large screen experience, but drama wise it left me wanting more.… Expand

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carlosgzOct 8, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm not generally a fan of epics or big-budget, commercial films, though I took a chance and went in to watch this one. It was a dissappointing experience. As I expected, having Robin Wright's, Keira Knightley's, Jake Gyllenhaal's big names on the promotional poster was a farse - they only have about 15 minutes of screentime combined. Initially, it was exciting to see blend between the director's beautiful, dramatic shots and the crisp cinematography. As the movie played out, it became clear the characters were severly underwritten. Josh Brolin, actually, was the only well-known actor who had a significant part. His character was the worst. Ultimately, the characters I least kind-of liked were the ones that survived. I know this is based on real events, but it felt melodramatic. Still, it's not any worse Alive, which I hated.
Have to, again, give credit to the director and cinematographer. The (ultimate) problem was that the characters were horribly played out by the film as a whole.… Expand

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WillColeOct 2, 2015

Everest's highlights is that it is so well filmed it makes you feel as if it is actually filmed on Mt Everest and it greatly depicts the actually events that happened in 1996 using there fantastic ensemble cast. However I found that the filmEverest's highlights is that it is so well filmed it makes you feel as if it is actually filmed on Mt Everest and it greatly depicts the actually events that happened in 1996 using there fantastic ensemble cast. However I found that the film was great lacking a sense of drama and some of the cast like Knightley seemed to sound more Australian than Kiwi. After watching the trailer I was expecting a more high intensity film which I didn't quite get when seeing the actual film. It is worth seeing but don't have your hopes too high.… Expand

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SzenOct 7, 2015

"Everest" is full of uninteresting characters, a dull plot and it is more of a documentary than it is a movie. In the end, "Everest" has very little joy in it and never lives up to the hype.

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mika577Oct 1, 2015

I think this subject is much too complicated to be properly explored in the feature film format. As such anyone familiar with the already widely reported events of that day will find the film superficial and unsatisfying.

I also questionI think this subject is much too complicated to be properly explored in the feature film format. As such anyone familiar with the already widely reported events of that day will find the film superficial and unsatisfying.

I also question the filmmakers' decision to completely whitewash the story of fellow climber Gau Ming-Ho (Makalu) from the film and find it hard not to believe that this decision was based on the fact that he is not a westerner. This kind of cultural imperialism is deeply troubling as anyone viewing the film, without being aware of the larger story, will not even know that such choices have been made.

David Breashear's 2008 documentary remains the essential filmic account of the disaster.

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The3AcademySinsDec 21, 2017

Everest is a technically sound film and sports a great cast, but ultimately, clunky writing causes the film to become undone. There are too many characters to keep track of, and this problem is made harder by poor characterization and poorEverest is a technically sound film and sports a great cast, but ultimately, clunky writing causes the film to become undone. There are too many characters to keep track of, and this problem is made harder by poor characterization and poor relationships between the characters. We are never given a reason to care about them or their expedition. Some dramatic moments are completely undercut by poor directorial choices in addition to the poor writing choices. It's an entertaining watch, but is held back from true greatness and comes off as a paper-thin adventure movie.… Expand

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lasttimeisawSep 22, 2015

Icelander Baltasar Kormákur, whose career starts with 101 REYKJAVIK (2000), is another European talent recruited by Hollywood, after two mediocre Mark Wahlberg’s star vehicles CONTRABAND (2012) and 2 GUNS (2013), his latest is an ambitiousIcelander Baltasar Kormákur, whose career starts with 101 REYKJAVIK (2000), is another European talent recruited by Hollywood, after two mediocre Mark Wahlberg’s star vehicles CONTRABAND (2012) and 2 GUNS (2013), his latest is an ambitious USA, UK and Iceland co-production retells the story of 1996 Mount Everest disaster, and it just opened this year’s Venice film festival, and now a 3D format arrives in the local multiplex.

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NickLikesMoviesSep 29, 2015

Visually thrilling, but lacks substance. Actors are absolutely wasted, especially Robin Wright. The writing is very weak, but the directing is respectable. Jason Clarke is good as the leading man. Ultimately, it could have been so much more,Visually thrilling, but lacks substance. Actors are absolutely wasted, especially Robin Wright. The writing is very weak, but the directing is respectable. Jason Clarke is good as the leading man. Ultimately, it could have been so much more, and comes out as a disappointment.… Expand

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diogomendesSep 26, 2015

Longest movie I have seen from this year so far. "Everest" is the kind of films that makes you more stunned for its sheer of spectacle but less with substance, which is lacking in plotting in this movie's case. Loved the group's dynamic,Longest movie I have seen from this year so far. "Everest" is the kind of films that makes you more stunned for its sheer of spectacle but less with substance, which is lacking in plotting in this movie's case. Loved the group's dynamic, though the dialogue was really clichéd at points, particularly when Rob was talking with his wife Jan over the phone. The whole "I love you, I miss you so much" bit is a factor that has been driving me insane in almost every movie about survival. It doesn't help much the fact that these characters aren't developed enough, despite the film having enough runtime to do that, but instead, it ultimately focus on its undoubtedly impressive setting and the tension setup. Another thing that bogged the movie itself a little was the lack of narrative heft. Sure, the performances are great (kudos to Josh Brolin, Jason Clake and Jake Gyllenhaal who did an amazing job in this picture), however, as whole, there was not enough narrative terrain to make "Everest" reach the landmark of better movies, such as "Saving Private Ryan" or "Life of Pi". I'm gonna give, though, a fairly reasonable score due to the solid direction, exuberant cinematography and pretty visuals, but it's not a movie I would recommend, unless you're planning on see it in 3D.

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TheKavehJSep 26, 2015

Everest was not ask good as I thought it would be, but I didn't walk out of the theatre mad about how bad it was. It takes a little time to pick up, but after that it gets better and better, and ends up at a 6/10.

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HfahmySep 23, 2015

Documentary type movie. No great scenario or acting. It is a focus on mountains climbing, an adventurous deadly sport whose details are not known and whose technicalities are not explored. No actor took the camera, just the furious nature.Documentary type movie. No great scenario or acting. It is a focus on mountains climbing, an adventurous deadly sport whose details are not known and whose technicalities are not explored. No actor took the camera, just the furious nature. Sometimes a feeling of boredom reigns at the first half and a sense of anxiety at the second half. A learning that is interesting to know more than a movie to enjoy.… Expand

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beingryanjudeSep 19, 2015

Everest is able to more than adequately balance the thrill and devastation on the mountain with the heartbreak of families thousands of miles away. Don’t be fooled by the ensemble cast, each member packs a punch.

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TheQuietGamerApr 10, 2018

Might I recommend watching this movie during cold weather? The cinematography is already excellent enough to sell the feeling of being on the mountain with them, but having a little chill in the air will bolster the experience. Based on theMight I recommend watching this movie during cold weather? The cinematography is already excellent enough to sell the feeling of being on the mountain with them, but having a little chill in the air will bolster the experience. Based on the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, this is a great depiction of the struggles and dangers that will come with trying to ascend the world's highest mountain. The visuals will take your breath away just as effectively as the altitude. The only difference being you won't have to worry about your health in the process. The sheer spectacle adds a sense of believability that allows the films to have moments both harrowing and brutal. It's just unfortunate that I found myself unable to really care about the people struggling to survive.

There's a star-studded cast here with the likes of Josh Brolin, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Kiera Knightley giving it their all. The amount of talent on display is impressive. Their characters aren't much to speak of though. I felt the movie tried too hard to portray everyone as good for goodness' sake everymen so that we might care when one of them dies. The predictability of it all prevents that from happening. So there's no sense of heartache occurring when one of the people suffer for trying to do something amazing by going where few others ever have gone before. Especially since their suffering doesn't seem undeserved. A handful of those who didn't make it came off as dumb people making dumber decisions. As if tempting fate to have the storm freeze them to death.

Everest is unable to ascend to any new heights when it comes to plotting and characterization. As a result it's robbed of any sort of emotional impact. This leads to moments that are supposed to be heart wrenching (of which there are many) being boring instead. It gets points for it's spectacle and performances. Plus the fact that it's based on a true story may make it more powerful for some. Ultimately though I found it to be lacking in believable humanity thanks to how forced, predictable, and phoned in the character moments were. As if the director went through a list of "Based on a True Story" plot devices and decided to throw them all in. I was actually rooting for the mountain. That really shouldn't have been the case. But my what a mountain she is. Beautiful and very deadly. Two aspects this film captures very well.… Expand