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Aron Ralston: The Movie
Danny Boyle, the Oscar-winning director of Slumdog Millionaire, will make a film about climber Aron Ralston next
Aron Ralston, the climber who famously cut off his own hand to escape from a boulder that pinned him in a Utah canyon, is getting the film treatment: Danny Boyle and the Oscar-winning team behind Slumdog Millionaire have announced plans to film Ralston's story for a late 2010 release.127 Hours will portray Ralston's harrowing and now famous survival tale in Blue John Canyon, where he used a dull multi-tool to cut free his arm after being pinned by a boulder for days. Ralston climbed to safety and was later rescued.
Ralston's story generated country-wide fervor and even a bit of controversy in the outdoors community. Ralston has continued climbing and giving motivational speeches across the country.
No actor has been confirmed for the role, though Ryan Gosling is rumored to be interested. The Aron Ralston story certainly has all the makings of a blockbuster movie—would you watch it? Let us know in the comments section below.
—Ted Alvarez
Boyle, Searchlight firm mountaineer tale (Variety) via The Goat
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READERS COMMENTS
I use the Brokaw video of Aron Ralston in my college English classes to teach students principles of writing (from note taking to peer review) and what it means to never quit (no matter what obstacles are placed before you - if Aron can make the sacrifices and can show the heart and drive to get out of Blue John, then students can drive themselves to get through college). I can't wait to add this movie to my syllabus (just as I did with Into the Wild).
Posted: Mar 15, 2010 Dan G
The audio book is so compelling. It will make a great movie because there are so many flashbacks in the story. It's like it was written to be made into a movie. Aron Ralston, you're the man! Thank you for sharing your incredible story!
Posted: Mar 03, 2010 Anonymous
I'm sure I will watch it,,, I am part of the stunt team who will be filming the movie. James Franco is the actor, and we start shooting in March. I worked on "In The Wild" as the head rigger as well and am looking forward to doing this compelling story as well. We will take months to shoot his 127 hours of this ordeal... See you all at the theater!!! JD
Posted: Jan 22, 2010 Jeff D.
Yes for sure I would watch it! I am reading the book now, I would love to see a movie about it.
Posted: Nov 07, 2009 Anonymous
can't wait to watch it.
Posted: Nov 07, 2009 nacawlf
I'll watch it for sure. Just hope the drama is real and not Hollywoodized.
Posted: Nov 07, 2009 trailsprinter
Due to the current economic climate, I would probably wait until it came to $2 movie night or just Red Box it...but I would see it eventually.
Posted: Nov 06, 2009 Brian Richie
Yes, I would watch the movie especially if Ryan Gosling stars in it.
Posted: Nov 06, 2009 Pat Permenter
I would absolutely watch the movie. I have read the book three times and I even have the audiobook. It is a great story. Hopefully the movie shows the risks Aaron took and highlights some preparedness aspects.
Posted: Nov 06, 2009 Tim L
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