Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
James Franco | ... | ||
Kate Mara | ... | ||
Amber Tamblyn | ... | ||
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Sean Bott | ... |
Aron's Friend
(as Sean A. Bott)
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Koleman Stinger | ... |
Aron Age 5
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Treat Williams | ... | ||
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John Lawrence | ... | |
Kate Burton | ... | ||
Bailee Michelle Johnson | ... | ||
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Parker Hadley | ... |
Aron Age 15
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Clémence Poésy | ... | ||
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Fenton Quinn | ... |
Blue John
(as Fenton G. Quinn)
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Lizzy Caplan | ... | ||
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Peter Joshua Hull | ... |
Boy on Sofa
(as P.J. Hull)
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Pieter Jan Brugge | ... |
127 Hours is the true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston's remarkable adventure to save himself after a fallen boulder crashes on his arm and traps him in an isolated canyon in Utah. Over the next five days Ralston examines his life and survives the elements to finally discover he has the courage and the wherewithal to extricate himself by any means necessary, scale a 65 foot wall and hike over eight miles before he can be rescued. Throughout his journey, Ralston recalls friends, lovers, family, and the two hikers he met before his accident. Will they be the last two people he ever had the chance to meet? Written by Fox Searchlight Pictures
For me '127 Hours' is that film.
I was drawn in by James Franco's portrayal of Aron Ralston, and wasn't disappointed at any point, his free spirit connects you with his character, causing you to experience his emotional and mental struggle later on.
Visually appealing, Danny Boyle uses some great techniques and shots to move the story on. Personally nothing feels forced or wrong, and the effects are believable and realistic.
As like most great films the perfect soundtrack accompanies it. The music adds a greater depth to this film, really showing how much care has gone into it.
This film is an experience and one that everybody should take. I dare you not to be moved by the time the credits roll.