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After reading both, The Climb and Into Thin Air, I have to say my assessment is thus: this was a horrific, unpredictable tragedy and that no one, from either Mountain Madness nor Adventure Consultants, were wholly to blame. This wasn't due solely to bravado, to competition nor to unexpected weather phenomenon. It was a perfect storm; the cumulative effects of numerous factors which led to a once in a generation tragedy that, one which will forever be frozen in the annals of mountaineering history. There's no blame to share, for there's no blame to be had; it's a freak incident that, hopeful, won't be recounted, but which cannot be assured so long as commercial climbing continues to thrive and grow. Anatoli, Scott, Rob, numerous Sherpa, all played a role on this chessboard of tragedy and none were more or less responsible, nor faultless, than the other. It's a painful lesson, which we're still learning and ignoring today. "Do not go quietly into that goodnight..." Go carefully, thoughtfully and with resignation that this might be your last. Only then may you wholly accept that your greatest day may be your worst night; that your wonderful beginning may be your terrible end

I think this is one of the best horror-thrillers of the 21st century. Haley Berry gives one of her best performances as a psychiatrist turned patient. Morton Downey Jr and Penelope Cruz are phenomenal supporting actors, particularly Cruz whose character is tragic and terrifying. This is a must see. It's definitely for mature audiences only for adult themes, violence and terror. It gave me nightmares, I'm afraid it could mark children for life, so keep it 17+. Lot's of suspense, action and intrigue to keep you on the edge of your seat. The action takes off early, so there's no waiting 30min before something happens. Definitely a must see!👍👍