127 Hours (2010), Director: Danny Boyle, rated R for language

Every Second Counts

Starring: James Franco, Kate Mara, Amber Temblyn, Lizzy Caplan, Clémence Poésy, Treat Williams

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆ - near perfect

"Don't lose it. Aron, do not lose it." - Aron Ralston

Why watch this? It is a real-life story too compelling to pass over.

Plot Summary: Adventurer-explorer Aron Ralston finds himself trapped in an isolated canyon in Utah when a boulder falls and pins his arm. For the next five days, he faces the elements and examines his life as he tries to survive his predicament. Ralston uses all available resources and reflects on his relationships, ultimately finding the courage and will to survive.

Dad's Preview: This is a gut-wrenching film really illustrates how quickly anyone, even someone young, strong and confident, can land into serious trouble in a second. For goodness sakes, adventurers, always let somebody know where you are going! James Franco carries this rich, inspiring movie, which is based on the compelling, true story, Between a Rock and a Hard Place, by Ralson himself. This does illustrate one person's sheer will to defy death.

Pathé, Everest Ent., Dune Ent., Film4 Prod, Handmade Films, Cloud Eight; Fox Searchlight Pictures