Monday, May 23, 2011

Touching the Void

          There are a lot of people that like to enjoy challenges. This movie called "Touching the Void" is about a very adventurous and cliffhanger story that is based on a true life story. Simon was a true friend to Joe according to this movie for three reasons.
          First of all, while they were descending the mountain, Joe broke his leg, and one of the scenes showed us that Simon cut the rope. I think that it was not a wrost obtion because it was the best thing to do in Simon's positions. If he had not cut the rope, maybe Joe and Simon both would have died, and the important point are that Simon did not cut the rope inmediately. Also, we need to try to understand how hard it was for Simon to make that decision. In addition, Simon worried a lot for Joe, Joe's family and friends. When Simon stayed in the tent with Peter, he felt very bad because he must have been accusing himself by cutting the rope. Joe had really hard times to survive, but Simon had a terrible time too when he though about Joe. Last of all, when Joe called out for Simon in the last scene, he woke up and tried hard to find Joe with Peter. Simon was crying when he saw Joe survived, and he really want to help Joe. When we think about Simon's position, it must be really hard to believe that Joe survived, but maybe Simon believed that Joe survived because he heard Joe's voice.
         In conclusion, this movie wants to tell us a really important messege that is "never give up", sometimes we need to make hard decisions. If we plan to climb, I recomend you watch this movie first and plan very well before you started your challenge. Do not forget to check your equipment again. Moreover, it will be a good idea to go with your friends. They can help you, and you will be able to enjoy a better time.

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