“6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain” is a biographical survival drama film directed by Scott Waugh and written by Madison Turner. The movie is based on the true story of former professional ice hockey player Eric LeMarque, who gets stranded in the Sierra Nevada mountains during a snowstorm. With no food or water, Eric must survive for eight days while battling the harsh elements and his own demons.
Review:
“6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain” is a gripping and emotional film that explores the limits of human endurance and resilience. Josh Hartnett delivers a strong performance as Eric LeMarque, and the direction by Scott Waugh effectively captures the intensity and isolation of Eric's ordeal. The film also offers a poignant exploration of Eric's past struggles with addiction and his journey towards recovery.
Awards:
The film did not receive any major awards but was nominated for Best Drama Feature at the 2017 Mammoth Film Festival.
Popularity:
“6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain” received mixed reviews upon its release in 2017 and has since gained a small following among audiences. The film currently holds a 31% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 5.7 rating on IMDb.
Success:
The film was made on a budget of $11 million and grossed $1.4 million at the box office worldwide. While not a commercial success, “6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain” was praised for its strong performances and its realistic portrayal of survival in harsh conditions. The film also brought attention to the true story of Eric LeMarque and his incredible will to survive.
| Directed by | Scott Waugh |
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| Produced by | Scott Waugh, Bradley Pilz, Josh Hartnett, Simon Swart, Tucker Tooley |
| Written by | Madison Turner |
| Based on | Crystal Clear by Eric LeMarque Davin Seay |
| Starring | Josh Hartnett, Mira Sorvino, Sarah Dumont, Jason Cottle, |
| Music by | Nathan Furst |
| Cinematography | Michael Svitak |
| Edited by | Vashi Nedomansky |
| Production companies |
Tooley ProductionsRockpile Studios Sonar Entertainment |
| Distributed by | Momentum Pictures |
| Release date | October 13, 2017 |
| Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Box office | $641,499 |