Dangerous climbs have been depicted numerous times on the big screen, such as in Everest, Free Solo and Meru. However, Chinese director Daniel Lee (Elite Agents) focuses on a subject rarely seen on the big screen: the north face of Everest. In Pan deng zhe, we follow Chinese climbers who, for the first time, climb Mount Everest from the north face, known as the most challenging side of the mountain. With increasing tension, the film is one of those accurate entertainments for those who like plots that explore the struggle between men and wild nature, with the added bonus of being based on a breathtaking true story. Thus, Pan deng zhe is worth it not only for its good production, but also to know more about this so unusual and dangerous real story.
An idyllic wedding trip turns into a nightmare for a group of friends when, stranded on an island with no way back to land, they are attacked by a shark. Something in the Water is a survival thriller that adds to the ever-growing canon of killer shark movies, without really bringing anything new. However, if you enjoy these tense survival stories in extreme situations, you're sure to enjoy it.
Flycatcher (Dead Sea) - In this thrilling action thriller directed by Phil Volken, Dean Cameron (Summer School), Isabel Gravitt (In Search of Fellini) and Garrett Wareing (Jill) deliver standout performances. After a fatal jet ski accident, Kaya and her friends are rescued by a fishing captain, only to discover they are caught in a deadly trap. With impressive scenes of survival and constant tension, this police drama keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat.