EVEREST 3.0***
Remember when the IMAX format was used
sparingly? Now a day’s more IMAX films are being released but few take full
advantage of its awesome format and
sound capabilities. Then
along comes a film like”
Everest”. It is more than just a film experience
as was the IMAX effects of “Gravity”. While it doesn't reach the
same visual heights as “Gravity”,” Everest” takes full advantage of the larger image and sharper sound that
the IMAX format offers plus here
they further enhance the visuals with the 3D effect.
The movie is based on a true story. In 1996, a climbing expedition aimed to reach the summit of Mount Everest which is regarded as one of the most dangerous places on the planet. Everest takes no prisoners; a fact you are made well aware of shortly after the film gets going. When a severe snow storm hits the mountain while two climbing parties are on their way down from the summit, they face a monumental challenge to stay alive. The brutality of Mother Nature eventually will take its toll but brings out the one thing that most every human possesses; the natural instinct to survive.
“Everest” is not a classic but it is a powerful example of how spectacle and narrative can be combined to great effect. We generally know just how big and dangerous Everest is but through the film’s IMAX 3D cinematography. the sheer scale and awesome challenge of the mountain becomes something else entirely. The mountain is brought to life as one of the most beautiful and scary places on Earth.
At the heart of Everest and amidst all the glorious visuals is a moving story about survival with a well written screenplay which avoids turning “Everest” into a cheesy disaster movie.
The movie is based on a true story. In 1996, a climbing expedition aimed to reach the summit of Mount Everest which is regarded as one of the most dangerous places on the planet. Everest takes no prisoners; a fact you are made well aware of shortly after the film gets going. When a severe snow storm hits the mountain while two climbing parties are on their way down from the summit, they face a monumental challenge to stay alive. The brutality of Mother Nature eventually will take its toll but brings out the one thing that most every human possesses; the natural instinct to survive.
“Everest” is not a classic but it is a powerful example of how spectacle and narrative can be combined to great effect. We generally know just how big and dangerous Everest is but through the film’s IMAX 3D cinematography. the sheer scale and awesome challenge of the mountain becomes something else entirely. The mountain is brought to life as one of the most beautiful and scary places on Earth.
At the heart of Everest and amidst all the glorious visuals is a moving story about survival with a well written screenplay which avoids turning “Everest” into a cheesy disaster movie.
Each and every one of the cast delivers a solid performance . Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin and Emily Watson stand out.
“Everest”
is quite an intense ride that pushes the IMAX format to its absolute limits.
Stunning visuals and solid performances make it a film you should see see on
the biggest screen possible and is one of the best films about the huge
challenges of mountain climbing.
Clark
