Regains it's balance

Rating: 8/10 (21 September 2015)

First of all, if you don't see the film in IMAX 3D, you will not get the same feeling you get when watching this film that I did. The main issue with the movie lies in the first act because the problem is the entire first act. The movie is in rapid fire for the first 30-45 minutes. There is limited time for character introduction and the film seems rushed. By the 15 minute mark, they are practically already climbing the mountain and this is something that shouldn't have happened until the second act. There are times where a character's name is said and you really can't remember which one they are due to the lack of introduction. However, come time for the second act and things start to come back to the light. The intensity rises and you start to care for the characters more than you did before. It becomes an emotional thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat. It creates a realistic environment (complimented by the IMAX 3D) that immerses you in the film. The acting is fantastic and if I were a part of the Academy I would attempt to give Josh Brolin a supporting actor nomination, but of course, that won't happen.
In conclusion, once the first act is in the past, the film regains its footing and becomes a great film that leaves you scratching you head wondering, "how did they film that?" To be honest, going on I was unaware that this was actually a true story. It makes the movie more emotional and all the more thrilling,
I highly recommend the film.