"The Mountain Between Us" is a survival adventure romantic tale based off of the novel of the same title by Charles Martin. It tells the story of two complete strangers who have serious commitments they need to attend to but the situation they are facing makes it virtually impossible as they're trapped in the mountains and must depend on each other in order survive injury and frigid conditions. The leading performers are veteran stars Idris Elba and Kate Winslet and are supported by Beau Bridges and Dermot Mulroney. It is under the competent direction from Hany Abu-Assad and the script was handled with care by Chris Weitz and J. Mills Goodloe. In many ways, this movie has a similar approach to David Mamet's "The Edge" which also focuses on the theme of survival in harsh conditions. I like stories of people striving to survive as they spark unpredictable scenes that help facilitate both character/s and the atmosphere that carries nicely to the plot. What makes this movie stands out is that the chemistry within the performers carries the film in its entirety.
Elba stars as Dr. Ben Bass a surgeon who needs to go back to Baltimore to operate on very sick little boy. Winslet plays the role as photojournalist Alex Martin who needs to be in New York in time for her wedding to Mark Robertson (Mulroney). When they're airlines have been canceled due to stormy weather, Alex and Ben decide to hire a private plane to get them back to their respected destinations. They hire an elderly pilot named Walter who's accompanied by a rescue dog (Raleigh and Austin) and once aboard the plane, they start to connect with each other. Suddenly, Walter suffers a stroke and the plane crashes in the frozen mountains, but Ben, Alex and the dog survive. With no one to turn to due to the lack of a flight plan, Ben, Alex and the dog must survive in the without any kind of communication. Alex is badly injured and she also has guilt manifested in her as she never told Mark what she did before the wedding. Meanwhile Ben is laden with grief as he's never gotten over the death of wife who died two years ago from a brain tumor. As these two lamented who find themselves believing that they'll never be rescued, the weather starts getting worse and tensions start getting high and with limited resources left, the fear of dying is drawing near.
With the success of the game show "Survivor", Hollywood has always had a place in their hearts for characters lost from civilization, but this movie is about two people who live in separate walks of life. Sure the plot may be simplistic, but there's many traits that will keep the viewers compelled. With the pairing from mega stars like Elba and Winslet we can guarantee great things from them. sure they're chemistry is solid, their divide scenes are equally compelling as Ben tries to find help. For a film running an hour and forty-five minutes, there's a lot being covered here. Elba is strong and as the optimistic and dependable doctor who has never overcame his grief. His performance shows us that he is one of the most under-rated performers in Hollywood who deserves more recognition that he already has. Winslet is also excellent as Alex who feels to blame for this mess due to her insecurities. Their chemistry showing here feels organic as we can relate if two strangers were lost from civilization who need comfort for each other if they have a chance to survive.
Filmed on location in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia and Alberta, the natural scenery is like a character of its own. With the beauty from the eye's perspective but a feeling if isolation and claustrophobia from a physical standpoint. Sure it looks like a great vacation to stay for a day or two. But this duo isn't here on vacation, they're trying to get back to their commitments. Though Abu-Hassad succeeds to keep things intriguing, but the main setback are the lack of plot twists. The scenarios are played out to one's expectancy. Sure it's strong in entertainment value, but no real revelations come between this pair which is why "The Edge" can be the better film because it is more daring. But it's still very tense and works well on several areas, this movie is strongly recommended for all to see.
Elba stars as Dr. Ben Bass a surgeon who needs to go back to Baltimore to operate on very sick little boy. Winslet plays the role as photojournalist Alex Martin who needs to be in New York in time for her wedding to Mark Robertson (Mulroney). When they're airlines have been canceled due to stormy weather, Alex and Ben decide to hire a private plane to get them back to their respected destinations. They hire an elderly pilot named Walter who's accompanied by a rescue dog (Raleigh and Austin) and once aboard the plane, they start to connect with each other. Suddenly, Walter suffers a stroke and the plane crashes in the frozen mountains, but Ben, Alex and the dog survive. With no one to turn to due to the lack of a flight plan, Ben, Alex and the dog must survive in the without any kind of communication. Alex is badly injured and she also has guilt manifested in her as she never told Mark what she did before the wedding. Meanwhile Ben is laden with grief as he's never gotten over the death of wife who died two years ago from a brain tumor. As these two lamented who find themselves believing that they'll never be rescued, the weather starts getting worse and tensions start getting high and with limited resources left, the fear of dying is drawing near.
With the success of the game show "Survivor", Hollywood has always had a place in their hearts for characters lost from civilization, but this movie is about two people who live in separate walks of life. Sure the plot may be simplistic, but there's many traits that will keep the viewers compelled. With the pairing from mega stars like Elba and Winslet we can guarantee great things from them. sure they're chemistry is solid, their divide scenes are equally compelling as Ben tries to find help. For a film running an hour and forty-five minutes, there's a lot being covered here. Elba is strong and as the optimistic and dependable doctor who has never overcame his grief. His performance shows us that he is one of the most under-rated performers in Hollywood who deserves more recognition that he already has. Winslet is also excellent as Alex who feels to blame for this mess due to her insecurities. Their chemistry showing here feels organic as we can relate if two strangers were lost from civilization who need comfort for each other if they have a chance to survive.
Filmed on location in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia and Alberta, the natural scenery is like a character of its own. With the beauty from the eye's perspective but a feeling if isolation and claustrophobia from a physical standpoint. Sure it looks like a great vacation to stay for a day or two. But this duo isn't here on vacation, they're trying to get back to their commitments. Though Abu-Hassad succeeds to keep things intriguing, but the main setback are the lack of plot twists. The scenarios are played out to one's expectancy. Sure it's strong in entertainment value, but no real revelations come between this pair which is why "The Edge" can be the better film because it is more daring. But it's still very tense and works well on several areas, this movie is strongly recommended for all to see.