Vertical Limit

Feeling responsible for his father's death, which occurred during a climbing expedition, Peter Garrett (Chris O'Donnell) has quit the pursuit in favor of photography, while his sister, Annie (Robin Tunney), has become a top climber. After Annie is hired by wealthy businessman Elliot Vaughn (Bill Paxton) to lead a trek, inclement weather causes the crew to become trapped. Facing his fears, Peter assembles a rescue team, including experienced climber Montgomery Wick (Scott Glenn), to save them.

Critic Review:

• " engineered in every moment to keep you throttled on the edge of your seat, tense with acrophobic queasiness. " – James Kendrick

• " Once the initial character introductions and explanation of the rescue is out of the way, the film becomes enjoyable and thrilling. " – Tony Toscano

• " One of the most thrilling – and authentic – mountain-climbing films in recent memory. " – Jonathan Foreman