Free Solo 2018
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What is Free Solo?
Topic: Film "Free Solo" (2018). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 28, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- National Geographic Documentary Films, Little Monster Films, Itinerant Media
- Revenue
- $21,790,193
- Genres
- Documentary, Adventure
- Updated
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Topic: Film "Free Solo" (2018).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Use only verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented names, dates, numbers, etc.
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Length: 150-190 words.
Title: Free Solo
Year: 2018
Genre: Documentary and Adventure
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 1h 40m
Release Date (US): 09/28/2018
Subject: Alex Honnold (free solo climber)
Plot: Alex Honnold attempts to become the first person to ever free solo climb Yosemite's El Capitan wall.
Details of climb: 3,000 foot high (Synopsis) / 3,200-foot (Source 6) El Capitan in Yosemite National Park.
Method: Without ropes or safety gear (Synopsis) / without a... (Source 6 - cut off, but Synopsis confirms no ropes or safety gear).
Significance: Arguably the greatest feat in rock climbing history (Synopsis). A stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait (Source 6).
Awards/Nominations: Oscar PRE Najlepší Celovečerný Dokument
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“A gripping exploration of documentary and adventure that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Free Solo worth watching?
Free Solo holds a community rating of 7.9/10 based on 1,579 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, Adventure for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Free Solo and when was it released?
Free Solo is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.
Who directed Free Solo?
Free Solo was directed by Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi.
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