The Climb
Driven by a quiet heartbreak and a desire to redefine himself beyond the confines of his neighborhood, Samy’s audacious attempt to summit Mount Everest isn’t a conventional adventure tale, but a surprisingly whimsical and deeply personal quest for self-worth. This comedic romance eschews the typical tropes of extreme sports filmmaking, prioritizing the awkward charm of a man utterly unprepared for the physical and emotional ordeal ahead, and the lingering connection to the woman who unknowingly inspired his improbable journey. The film’s humor arises not from slapstick, but from the stark contrast between Samy’s everyday life and the majestic, unforgiving landscape, creating a uniquely heartwarming exploration of proving oneself not through conquering a mountain, but by acknowledging one’s own vulnerabilities.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Ludovic Bernard
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 2017-01-25
- Looptyd
- 103 min
- Gradering
- 6.7 / 10 (898)
Rolverdeling
- Ahmed Sylla
- Alice Belaïdi
- Kévin Razy
- Nicolas Wanczycki
- Waly Dia
