The Climb

Sony Pictures Classics | Release Date: November 13, 2020

7.1	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 20 Ratings

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TVJerryNov 21, 2020

The first scene features 2 best friends on an extended bike ride up a hill. Then the opening credits cite them as co-writers (and one as director). I was expecting a self-indulgent talkfest. It is, but it’s develops into more. Kyle Marvin andThe first scene features 2 best friends on an extended bike ride up a hill. Then the opening credits cite them as co-writers (and one as director). I was expecting a self-indulgent talkfest. It is, but it’s develops into more. Kyle Marvin and Michael Angelo Covino (also directed) play the duo, who go thru a number of episodes where their friendship is tested. Both of them and the rest of the cast inhabit their characters, perhaps because they’re playing versions of themselves. One unique aspect of the direction is the minutes-long continuous takes that are technically showy, but also impressive in their elaborate staging. There are also a few arty musical interludes that add nothing but time. Even though it’s billed as a comedy, there’s scant humor and some of the scenes seem forced. By the end, the twists over time turn into a quietly affecting indie bromance.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantFeb 27, 2021

Friendship can be a beautiful thing. Sometimes it can be painfully exasperating. And some other times it can be both, as this offbeat indie comedy shows in its exploration of a seemingly mismatched duo of longtime pals. Admittedly, thisFriendship can be a beautiful thing. Sometimes it can be painfully exasperating. And some other times it can be both, as this offbeat indie comedy shows in its exploration of a seemingly mismatched duo of longtime pals. Admittedly, this quirky exercise can sometimes be a little too analytical for its own good, resulting in some uneven pacing and overly talky sequences. However, when its inventive humor works, it's truly inspired, unlike anything viewers have probably ever seen. I just wish there were more of it. When writers Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin come up with ways to make a cycling trip, a funeral and an ice fishing expedition funny, you know these guys are onto something. It would have been great if they could have sustained such inventive lunacy more consistently, but I'll gladly take what they have given us, given that their bits brought out bigger laughs from me than from virtually any other comedy I have seen in some time. This duo is off to a great start with their debut feature, and I look forward to whatever they come up with next.… Expand

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qribbaApr 10, 2021

New York times review says it all. This is an empty movie pretending to try to portrait something about male friendship whilst having zero percent self awareness. Good camera work and pacing though ;)

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MoviecriticismDec 24, 2020

It’s smart, engaging and explores a bromance other movies have yet to develop. The artistic outdoor shots can be distracting at times, but it keeps the audience wanting more. There is many elements to unpack and think about.

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