Summit
Summit

Movie spotlight

Summit

2015
Movie
80 min
English

Five friends take off for a ski trip, but when they end up at the wrong location they soon realize they're in for much more than a snow-filled weekend in the mountains.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Max WinklerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of friends embarks on a trek to climb a mountain, but as they ascend, their personal issues and relationships come to the surface. What begins as a fun adventure quickly devolves into a series of awkward and revealing encounters. The challenges they face on the mountain mirror the internal struggles they must overcome.

Critical Reception

Summit received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its characters and plot development to be underdeveloped. While some appreciated the attempt at a character-driven comedy-drama, the execution was often criticized for being uneven and lacking a clear narrative direction. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying the relatable interpersonal conflicts and others finding the film to be tedious.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ensemble cast and the potential for humor in interpersonal dynamics.

  • Criticized for a meandering plot and a lack of compelling character arcs.

  • Noted for its attempts at capturing the awkwardness of young adult relationships.

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Fun Fact

The film was also known by the working title 'The Last Summer'.

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