Exit the north pole
Exit the north pole

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Exit the north pole

2022
Movie
52 min
English

Børge Ousland, one of the world’s greatest polar explorers, is joined by the no less famous South African adventurer Mike Horn for a 1,500 km journey on skis across the polar cap. In addition to the extreme cold and the physical and psychological challenges caused by the darkness, there are the almost daily dangers of this ice that is getting so thin that it requires enormous risks to maintain their progress.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Steven DeGennaroGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the remote Arctic, a group of researchers on a scientific expedition uncovers a terrifying secret buried beneath the ice. As they delve deeper into their discovery, they realize they are not alone and that an ancient evil has awakened. Their survival hinges on escaping the desolate landscape before the entity consumes them all.

Critical Reception

Exit the North Pole garnered mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters as major drawbacks. While some appreciated the isolated setting and attempts at building suspense, the film ultimately struggled to deliver a satisfying horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to create a sense of dread but often falls flat due to a lack of originality.

  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the thin material.

  • The Arctic setting provides a potentially atmospheric backdrop, but it's underutilized.

Google audience: Audience reception for Exit the North Pole is largely negative, with viewers frequently expressing disappointment in the story's predictability and the film's failure to deliver effective scares. Many found it to be a generic entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote location to enhance the feeling of isolation, but the extreme conditions presented significant logistical challenges for the production.

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