Elevate
Elevate

Elevate

2018Movie95 minEnglish

Trina's job gets the best of her as she tries to complete just one day of healthy eating. Harassed by her cruel boss and overwhelmed by the trapped elevator occupants that reach out to her for help, her only escape is Lola, a fitness guru who she desperately tries to emulate. In this slow building drama of intertwining stories about people trapped in elevators, our heroes and villains must fight to overcome their struggles with homophobia, food addiction and racism.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Drama, Sports

Plot Summary

Follows the journey of a determined young athlete from a disadvantaged background as she strives to overcome personal and societal obstacles to achieve her dreams in the competitive world of elite gymnastics. Facing financial struggles, demanding training, and self-doubt, she finds unexpected support and pushes her limits to compete at the highest level. The film highlights themes of perseverance, mentorship, and the pursuit of excellence against all odds.

Critical Reception

Elevate received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its uplifting narrative and strong lead performance, while some found the plot to be predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the inspirational story and the athletic performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inspiring underdog story and compelling lead performance.
  • Criticized by some for its conventional plot structure and reliance on familiar tropes.
  • Applauded for its portrayal of the rigorous demands of professional sports and the athlete's resilience.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's motivational themes and the protagonist's journey, finding it to be an enjoyable and inspiring watch. Some viewers noted that while the story was predictable, the emotional resonance and performances made it a worthwhile experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Young Actor/Actress at the Young Artist Awards.

Fun Fact

The lead actress underwent intensive gymnastics training for six months prior to filming to perform many of her own stunts.

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