Touching the Void is a gripping documentary-drama that delves into the harrowing world of mountaineering, recounting the incredible survival story of climbers Joe Simpson and Simon Yates. If you’re a fan of this genre, here are twelve other films that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
1. 127 Hours
127 Hours tells the true story of Aron Ralston, a mountain climber who becomes trapped under a boulder while canyoneering in Utah. Starring James Franco, this intense film showcases Ralston’s desperate measures to survive.
2. Everest
Everest is a dramatic retelling of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, where climbers faced a deadly storm. The film features a star-studded cast including Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, and Jake Gyllenhaal.
3. Free Solo
Free Solo follows rock climber Alex Honnold as he attempts to scale El Capitan without any ropes or safety gear. This documentary captures the sheer audacity and skill required for such a feat, making it a thrilling watch.
4. The Summit
The Summit documents the 2008 K2 disaster, where 11 climbers lost their lives. The film combines interviews and reenactments to explore the mystery and tragedy of the deadliest day on the world’s second-highest peak.
5. Meru
Meru chronicles the journey of three elite climbers as they attempt to conquer the Shark’s Fin on Mount Meru in the Himalayas. Featuring Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk, this documentary is a testament to human endurance and determination.
6. The Beckoning Silence
The Beckoning Silence is based on Joe Simpson’s book, where he reflects on the tragic 1936 Eiger North Face climb. The film combines Simpson’s narration with dramatic reenactments to create a compelling story of ambition and loss.
7. North Face
North Face is a German film that dramatizes the 1936 attempt to climb the Eiger by two young climbers. Starring Benno Fürmann and Florian Lukas, the movie offers a gripping portrayal of their perilous journey.
8. The Way Back
The Way Back is an epic survival drama about a group of prisoners who escape a Siberian gulag during World War II and embark on a treacherous journey to freedom. The film stars Jim Sturgess, Ed Harris, and Colin Farrell.
9. Into the Wild
Into the Wild follows the true story of Christopher McCandless, who abandons his possessions to live in the Alaskan wilderness. Directed by Sean Penn and starring Emile Hirsch, this film explores themes of adventure and self-discovery.
10. Alive
Alive recounts the harrowing true story of a Uruguayan rugby team whose plane crashes in the Andes. Starring Ethan Hawke, this film delves into their desperate fight for survival in the harshest conditions.
11. The Revenant
The Revenant is a survival epic inspired by the true story of frontiersman Hugh Glass, who is left for dead after a bear attack. Leonardo DiCaprio stars in this visually stunning film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu.
12. The Grey
The Grey follows a group of oil workers stranded in the Alaskan wilderness after a plane crash, facing both the elements and a pack of wolves. Liam Neeson delivers a powerful performance in this intense survival thriller.
