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127 Hours

Release date: March 1, 2011


The Pitch:

A mountain climber reflects on his life when he finds himself literally stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Why You Need It:

Based on true events, 127 Hours follows Aron Ralston, a dare-devil outdoorsman who gets trapped under a boulder while canyoneering alone in the Utah mountains. As hours turn into days, Ralston embarks on a personal journey in which he relies on the memories of family and friends -- as well as his own courage and ingenuity -- to turn adversity into triumph. Nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score and Best Original Song.

Talent:

Danny Boyle (director), James Franco, Kate Mara, Amber Tamblyn, Clemence Poesy, Lizzy Caplan, Treat Williams, Kate Burton.

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