Is there some reason why Hollywood has a problem with keeping their flicks somewhere within the bounds of reality? Chris O'Donnell's sister is trapped somewhere below the summit of K2 with win-at-all costs tycoon Paxton. Stars are attractive and the basic plot is sound, maybe even outstanding, but what's with these moments where suspension of disbelief become just disbelief? Think of a cross between Armaggedon and Cliffhanger and you're in this neighborhood. Unintentional laughs when you see the microphone boom glide in and out in several scenes. Scott Glenn does a real nice turn as enigmatic expert climber Wick, the film's most interesting character. Definitely a mixed bag.
Review of Vertical Limit
