
The Crash Reel
The mind has mountains
Directed by Lucy Walker
Produced by Tree Tree Tree Productions, HBO Documentary Films
An intimate documentary about resilience and recovery that follows a snowboarder's struggle to reclaim his life and identity after a devastating brain injury.
The Crash Reel tells the story of a sport and the risks that athletes face in reaching the pinnacle of their profession. This is Kevin Pearce’s story, a celebrated snowboarder who sustained a brain injury in a trick gone wrong and who now aims, against all the odds, to get back on the snow.
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Questions people ask
Does The Crash Reel end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is The Crash Reel scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Crash Reel sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is The Crash Reel easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is The Crash Reel violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other film this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like The Crash Reel
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Crash Reel
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Crash Reel, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Crash Reel, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Crash Reel, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



















































