Mountain Men
Mountain Men

Mountain Men

2014Movie89 minEnglish

Two estranged brothers, Toph and Cooper, must journey to a remote family cabin in the mountains to evict a squatter. Buried resentment and bruised egos soon derail the plan and when the smoke clears they've destroyed their car and burned down the cabin, leaving them stranded in the cold Rocky Mountain winter. With their very survival at stake, they must learn to work together as brothers to get back to civilization.

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IMDb5.4/10
Google Users63%
Director: Cameron TharpGenres: Comedy, Adventure

Plot Summary

When a wealthy businessman's privileged son is sent to a remote wilderness therapy program, he finds himself utterly unprepared for the harsh realities of survival. Forced to confront his own shortcomings and the challenging environment, he must learn to adapt and work with others to overcome the trials that await him. The journey becomes a test of endurance, character, and the true meaning of self-reliance in the great outdoors.

Critical Reception

Mountain Men received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the attempts at humor and the scenic setting, the film largely failed to resonate due to its formulaic approach to the wilderness survival genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a fish-out-of-water comedy in a wilderness setting.
  • Character development is minimal, relying on stereotypes.
  • Humor often falls flat, and the plot lacks originality.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a passable comedy, with some appreciating the premise and the outdoor setting. However, many felt that the humor was uninspired and the story predictable, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the scenic wilderness of Montana, providing a visually appealing backdrop for the story.

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Narate

Narate

"_You could have asked for some help. That would've taken some balls._" I watched this for Tyler Labine and thought it was going to be a slapstick comedy but it is actually a drama?! Feels a little short and more like a TV movie, but not...