1. Introduction:
Brutal cold forces two Antarctic explorers to leave their team of sled dogs behind as they fend for their survival.
Director:
Frank Marshall
Writers:
David DiGilio (screenplay), Toshirô Ishidô (film Nankyoku Monogatari), 3 more credits
Stars:
Paul Walker, Jason Biggs, Bruce Greenwood | See full cast and crew »
Storyline:
In the Antarctic, after an expedition with Dr. Davis McClaren, the sled dog trainer Jerry Shepherd has to leave the polar base with his colleagues due to the proximity of a heavy snow storm. He ties his dogs to be rescued after, but the mission is called-off and the dogs are left alone at their own fortune. For six months, Jerry tries to find a sponsor for a rescue mission while his dogs fight for survival. Written by
AMAZING STORY....one of the best of the year
27 February 2006 | by Kaelyn (moonlightprincess-1) (United States) – See all my reviews
Just getting back from seeing 8 below, i am completely blown away by several elements.
Firstly, right away you get glimpse of STUNNING scenery that continue throughout the whole film. Beautiful arctic landscapes frame the main story line and on the big screen, it really takes your breath away.
The movie also is really able to give anyone an idea of what it’s like to be in the artic, and really gave a clear picture of what being an explorer was like. This added to the appeal of the movie, because it’s not something most of us get to experience.
Although the acting has been in some cases been criticized, I believe the actors fulfilled their purpose within the movie. They were able to play their roles, without distracting from the dogs, which of course, is the most important part. Paul Walker clearly comes across as a strong animal lover, and displays this well. He becomes relatable to any animal lovers, who will ultimately love this movie. As for the others, the fulfilled their jobs, which is what matters. The character of "Cooper" gave great comic relief, and "Katie" acted out the predicable love story line well.
But of course, the most important aspect of this movie was the dogs. I can hardly even begin to describe what a wonderful job they did. The tricks preformed (as a dog lover and trainer) were some with great difficulty. Ultimately, the way the dogs interact with each other and are so compassionate, you really connect with them. The only way to really experience this is to GO. The movie is AMAZING and a wonderful family film. Although a part or two may be slightly scary, it’s still an amazing picture for ALL to enjoy, it completely blew all of us away.
2. Memorable Lines:
1) Ready to go out and greet the heat?
有膽量出去面對(duì)“酷熱”了么?
2) You keeping everybody in line?
有沒有照看好大家?
3) Welcome to the bottom of the world.
歡迎來到地球邊緣。
4) Go any further south, you'll fall off the planet.
如果你再向南走,你就會(huì)從地球邊上掉下去了。
5) First time for everything, I suppose.
凡事總要有個(gè)開頭, 這也好。
6) Uh, I'm gonna take a rain check, Jer.
這次還是算了吧, 杰瑞。
7) Everyone outside. Let's get you tucked into bed. Come on.
大家出來吧, 該上床睡覺了。
8) Been a good season. Kids are doing well.
今年不錯(cuò), 孩子們表現(xiàn)都很好。
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