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Summary: Impressive
Review: Having seen the IMAX film several times, I did not believe that a small screen format could be all that good. I was wrong.Sure, the DVD lacks the stunning visual impact of the giant IMAX screen. But the quality of the video is much better than average. After viewing this DVD (on a computer monitor) my other DVDs seem to be flat and fuzzy. The story is riviting, the scenery stunning. Regardless of whether you have or haven't seen the IMAX version, this DVD is excellent on it's own. Very well done!
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Summary: maybe 3.5 stars
Review: It is unfortunate that the reviewer that bought this thinking it would cover more of the tragic expedition from the book thought that the movie was a waste. This isn't Hollywood-they don't always focus on the deaths, ya know. It was explained in this film that the folks on the expedition chose to wait out a storm and watched the other parties ascend only to hear of the climbers that were stranded. When one that had fought his way back down came into contact with the filming crew, they put the gear down and did everything needed to save the man's life. And this reviewer was upset by that?!!? The "making of" section is almost more interesting than the actual movie. The main feature is really too short for my taste. The camera work is gorgeous and the soundtrack is a perfect match but it is all too brief. As a plus, we get to see Tenzing Norgay's son reach the summit for the first time. That was a very emotional moment and a great clmax to the film. Maybe you should see about renting it before deciding to buy.
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Summary: Definatly Worth It
Review: I have read both "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer, and "The Climb" by Anatoli Boukreev, and I must say this film was made very well. Although it didn't portray all the details of the 1996 tradgedy, it portrayed enough to give the general public a good sense of what happened. If you like this DVD, then be sure to read the two books mentioned earlier, they are very well written. As for the rest of the film, the footage is breathtaking. From Kathmandu, to the southeast ridge, the IMAX film crew did a great job of getting everything in with the small amount of footage they had. The film is just the beginning too. The Special Features are many, and include deleted footage, "The Making of Everest" and my favorite, the interactive map. Finally, the film has an EXCELLENT soundtrack by George Harrison, one of the overlooked features of the film. Overall, if you would like to get to know about Everest, this is a mandatory piece for your collection.
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Summary: Read "High Exposure" by David Bresgears, first!!!
Review: It helps a lot if you read the book "High Exposure" by David Breshears (the film director) to appreciate the movie more. You learn about all the sacrifices and hard work they did to bring these incredible shots of Everest all the way back to our livingrooms. Not to mention, haul a 25-pound IMAX camera to the summit. Anyway, I suggest you buy the book AND the film to enjoy at 110%. Honestly, you'll appreciate much better.
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Summary: Don't forget to breathe
Review: The best mountaineering film I've seen. I did see it on the big, big screen, and sure, it looks "smaller" on TV screen ... but it is such a "big" story, it can't help being impressive.
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Summary: The Best of IMAX
Review: EVEREST is the best film released in the IMAX format to date. If you are expecting a film based on the book "Into Thin Air" you will be disappointed.The film is about teamwork and overcoming challenges. Interviews with Jamling Tensing Norgay will give the viewer a better understanding of a Budhist's perspective of the Mother Goddess of the Earth. The team at MacGillvray Freeman have outdone themselves in producing an amazing film. If you have not seen the film at an IMAX theatre, you should. The video, while impressive, doesn't have the same impact that seeing Everest on the big screen does.
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Summary: Everest (IMAX)
Review: This film had breathtaking video, but was too short. I also found it curious that Scott Fischer was not even mentioned, giving the pivotal role he and his team played.
Rating: 
Summary: Everest (IMAX)
Review: Don't waste your bucks on this film~ It was not worth viewing. Instead consider buying John Krakauer's Book "In to Thin Air" A very excellent Read~ and account of events that took place during this fateful climb ~ The film is too short, and so much was left out of the film,not even the actual film footage was "worth viewing"~ This Documentary was IMO ~ A rip off~
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Summary: The Greatest IMAX Film Ever Made
Review: This film is absolutely, without question, the greatest IMAX film ever made. I'd give it 6 stars if I could. Nothing else in this format even comes close! The visual images are absolutely stunning. It is as close to actually being on Everest that most of us will ever get.
It was also an incredible engineering feat to completely redesign the IMAX equipment to make it light enough to carry to the summit and robust enough to withstand the environmental extremes.
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Summary: THRILLING! STIRRING! RIVETING! A PERFECT TEN!
Review: EVEREST has everything that a viewer of documentaries would want: excitement, emotion, stirring music, and riveting sequences. The film documents (absolutely NO re-filming whatsoever) the tragedy and courage of the 1996 Mount Everest expeditions. A perfect tribute to the mountain climber! Great for the entire family! Grade: A+
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