Was 127 Hours filmed in the exact spot?

Was 127 Hours filmed in the exact spot?

127 Hours is filmed at the real location in Utah where Aron Ralston survived being trapped by the arm for more than five days in 2003. You've presumably seen the film, so you know the risks involved in visiting this tough environment.

Is the movie 127 Hours based on a true story?

'127 Hours' Tells True Story of Man's Determination to Survive After Hiking Accident. "We based it very, very closely on what is in the book," explains Boyle. ... In fact, Boyle sees the end result as unexpectedly uplifting.

Is Aron Ralston story real?

Before his infamous 2003 canyoneering accident and his true story was depicted in the Hollywood film 127 Hours, Aron Ralston was just an anonymous mechanical engineer from Denver with a passion for rock climbing. ... In 2002, Ralston moved to Aspen, Colorado, to climb full time.

How did Aron Ralston not bleed out?

By the morning of May 1st, after five days trapped beneath the massive boulder, Ralston resolved set himself free by amputating his own right hand using his only resource—a multitool. He broke his radius and ulna then cut through the remaining skin and tendons, freeing himself and saving his life.

Why did Aron Ralston eat his contacts?

When Ralston decides to eat his contacts for whatever nutrients they may contain, you wish Boyle would have allowed us a view of Franco's face, so we could have fully taken in the character's sad desperation; instead, he bombards us with meaningless shots of Ralston's bloodshot, dilated eyes.

Is 127 Hours real?

• 127 Hours is the spectacular true story of Aron Ralston, who made a gruesome decision when facing certain death. Outstanding Direction from Danny Boyle and an incredible performance from James Franco.

Where did 127 Hours happen?

• Because the story of 127 Hours took place in Utah, Academy Award winning director Danny Boyle decided to round up his Slumdog Millionaire team and shoot the entire film here in Utah.

What is the movie 127 Hours?

• 127 Hours. 127 Hours is a 2010 biographical survival drama film co-written, produced and directed by Danny Boyle . The film stars James Franco, Kate Mara and Amber Tamblyn .