Review of Meru (2015) by Jon H — 23 Aug 2016

Best climbing documentary (and movie, for that matter) made yet.

This review of Meru (2015) was written by Jon H on 23 Aug 2016.

Meru has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Randy S (116) on 12 Feb 2016

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By Jonan G (73) on 17 Apr 2016

As Ems said, it's like watching a movie, but it's real life. This documentary challenges you to challenge yourself…

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By Sam M (1,488) on 25 Jul 2018

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By Ryan M (2,675) on 11 Jan 2016

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By Colleen K (50) 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 Robert Roten (1,865) for Laramie Movie Scope (1,865) on 23 Dec 2015

This documentary has it all -- high adventure and accessible emotions of these rare people who challenge one of the toughest mountain routes…

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