myETVmedia recommends this riveting real life drama

Rating: 9/10 (7 October 2010)

The lineup was buzzing with excitement then frustration at this first TIFF screening of Danny Boyle's latest feature, "127 Hours". Technical difficulties and a venue relocation delayed the screening but once the crowd settled into their seats, a surprise awaited. A familiar face entered the front of the theatre; it was Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire). His personal apology for the delay and a few kind words quickly charmed the crowd before the house lights dimmed. That shows the class act that he is and everyone knew from that moment we were in for something spectacular.
"127 Hours" tells the remarkable, true story of Aron Ralston (James Franco), a climber who gets caught between a rock and hard place in the middle of the Moab Desert in Utah. While on one of his intense solo hike's, Ralston accidentally slips on a boulder that comes crashing down onto his arm, crushing it and trapping him in a deep crevice.
Franco's performance is upbeat and energetic allowing us to fall in love with Aron, a down to earth guy, an experienced adventurer who loves his solitude...read more @http://www.myetvmedia.com/film-review/127-hours/