First Descent

  • 2005


MOVIE IS snowboarding exciting arresting tedious athletic
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44 %
52 % Rotten
$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 20
Negative reviews 10
Average Rating 2.9/5
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1.9
The movie endlessly repeats how exciting, or thrilling, or awesome it is to snowboard down a mountain. Rogerebert
4.5
Garon Stupide is interesting enough to merit an audience broader than its intended niche, though it isnt perfect. Austin Chronicle
0.0
The result is one of the most hilarious satirical comedies in recent memory. Austin Chronicle
2.5
Despite some breathtaking photography and at least two genuinely gripping and poetic scenes, Kemp Curley and Kevin Harrison, the filmmakers behind Fir ..
3.5
Its a gas to see the age difference melt away atop a wind whipped, 7601 foot high mountain peak as the chopper lifts off, leaving both filmmakers and ..
3.8
Although the boarders walk away pretty much intact, viewers who watch Nascar strictly for the crashes wont be disappointed either. San Francisco Chronicle
2.0
It might have been a blast. As it is, its more like a damp squib. One Guys Opinion
1.5
First Descent comes off as an overlong, overstuffed promo for an industry that hasnt needed promoting since the movies target audience was in diapers. Village Voice
2.0
There are fun moments that show these likable and courageous expert snowboarders do bloodcurdling thrill ride things coming down untrodden mountains ( .. Sover
3.8
The killer wipeouts and gnarly runs will please fans, but thanks to the filmmakers generosity, amateurs can appreciate them too. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.1
But this is a cheerleading portrait about skill, glory and unique occupational hazards. Usa Today
3.0
Its all enjoyable as far as it goes, but at 110 minutes, the film is liable to tax the patience of all but the most devoted of aficionados. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
The film is a freeze packed Endless Summer..Call it Endless Winter. Cs Monitor
2.5
Watching them, you often find yourself gaping in awe and questioning their sanity at the same time. Film Journal International ..
3.1
First Descent clearly wants to be the definitive documentary for its particular sport snowboarding. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
But if youre looking for a movie that will leave you stoked for Turin 2006, this is probably it. Boston
2.5
But if youre looking for a movie that will leave you stoked for Turin 2006, this is probably it. Boston
2.0
Indeed, I was wishing I was watching Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla or just about anything else. Mountain X
3.1
Emily Kask New York Times Customers lined up outside Mr. Mart, one of the few open businesses in Callaway, Fla., on Friday. Star Tribune
4.5
I have a sneaking suspicion that is a huge put on, the latest jape from Christopher Guest and his merry band of mockumentary tricksters.
2.5
In outline, the story is familiar, even if the subculture is not and the same might be said for the contrived non drama which makes up the other half ..
3.0
That way I can front like I know something about it when I finish watching it. Movies
2.5
I dont need Dave Grohls screaming to convince me Hkonsens 60 degree plunge down a 7,000 foot peak is super awesome. Flim Threet
3.5
If First Descent has a fault, its that it doesnt know when enough is enough. Bullz-Eye
1.5
Despite some moments of truly athletic beauty First Descent is a fairly empty sports documentary that celebrates the gloss of the lifestyle, but doesn ..
3.0
This is good fun and exciting material hosted by a number of engaging personalities (whose ages range from 17 to 40) who have all achieved the central .. Boxoffice Magazine
2.0
Its a sweaty palmed blast watching the five daredevils risk their lives to be the first person to hurtle down what was thought to be unridable terrain .. E Online
1.5
Hardcore fans will appreciate the handful of genuinely gnarly aerial sequences, but these gravity defying stunts, which can be thrilling as part of a .. La Weekly
3.8
Back Shelf Beauties by Willie Waffle First Descent Even if you are not a snowboarding fan, First Descent is a fun and astonishing look at the sports h .. Waffle Movies
3.0
Final Thoughts Hate to sound like a broken record, but if you love snowboarding, youll probably love this movie. Dvd Talk
3.0
The only way I would ever try that would be if my doctor told me I had twenty four hours to live.As enthralling as the film is, it does overstay its w .. From The Balcony
3.0
Theres probably a good snowboarding movie coming some day. This isnt it. Detroit News
2.0
Descent might appeal to those who are curious about the sport, but I have trouble believing it will convert anyone. Film Jerk
4.5
A sweet primer, not only into the history of snowboarding, but into the minds and lifestyles of some of the key participants in the sport. Film Force Ign
3.8
Visually, this is one of the most arresting sports documentaries in years, and it doesnt skimp on the visceral thrills, either. Chicago Tribune
3.3
Judging from the clips in this film, there are several snowboard videos produced for 1/100th the budget of this film that are far more entertaining. W .. Supercala.com
2.5
The endless snowboarding depicted in First Descent was probably much more fun to do than it is to watch. Democratand Chronicle



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