Review of Meru (2015) by Ryan E — 01 Jan 2016

So compelling. An amazing story about insane adventure.

This review of Meru (2015) was written by Ryan E on 01 Jan 2016.

Meru has generally received very positive reviews.

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Seen it twice now, still awed beyond description. Confluence of the feat and the lives of the three climbers is unbelievable but then…

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By Fotos G (7) on 25 Dec 2015

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By Glenn Dunks (375) for Film Experience (395) on 20 Jan 2016

While many of the climbing sequences have a sense of thrill to them, the film as a whole just lacks a narrative oomph to make it anything more…

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By Stuart P (444) on 17 Jan 2016

Omg! A must see! Well, maybe not for you if all you do is shop for Gucci or Hello Kitty purses, lol…

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By Samantha K (105) on 16 Dec 2015

Life is not meant to be easy. Really, it isn't. Really? Who says? If you want a challenge, try ending poverty or finding a cure for cancer…

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By Randy S (116) on 12 Feb 2016

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By Brad S (2,657) on 22 Sep 2016

Pretty awesome documentary with interesting footage shot by the climbers themselves…

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By Pohaku J (1) on 18 Jul 2017

If only the world truly understood how massive this accomplishment was! these great adventurers continue to amaze and inspire…

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