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Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla

Original title: Cliffhanger
  • 19931993
  • K-18K-18
  • 1h 53m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
133K
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Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
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A botched mid-air heist results in suitcases full of cash being searched for by various groups throughout the Rocky Mountains.A botched mid-air heist results in suitcases full of cash being searched for by various groups throughout the Rocky Mountains.A botched mid-air heist results in suitcases full of cash being searched for by various groups throughout the Rocky Mountains.

IMDb RATING
6.5/10
133K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,441
98
    • Renny Harlin
    • John Long(premise)
    • Michael France(screen story)
    • Sylvester Stallone(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Sylvester Stallone
    • John Lithgow
    • Michael Rooker
    • Renny Harlin
    • John Long(premise)
    • Michael France(screen story)
    • Sylvester Stallone(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Sylvester Stallone
    • John Lithgow
    • Michael Rooker
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    • 250User reviews
    • 90Critic reviews
    • 60Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 Oscars

    Videos6

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    Cliffhanger: Sarah's Fall (UK)
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    Cliffhanger: The Avalanche (UK)
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    Sylvester Stallone and Janine Turner in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Renny Harlin in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Denis Forest in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Michael Rooker in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Caroline Goodall in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Sylvester Stallone in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Janine Turner and Ralph Waite in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Sylvester Stallone in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    John Lithgow in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Craig Fairbrass in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    Sylvester Stallone in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)
    John Lithgow and Caroline Goodall in Cliffhanger - kuilun partaalla (1993)

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    Sylvester Stallone
    Sylvester Stallone
    • Gabe Walker
    John Lithgow
    John Lithgow
    • Eric Qualen
    Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker
    • Hal Tucker
    Janine Turner
    Janine Turner
    • Jessie Deighan
    Rex Linn
    Rex Linn
    • Richard Travers
    Caroline Goodall
    Caroline Goodall
    • Kristel - Jet Pilot
    Leon
    Leon
    • Kynette
    Craig Fairbrass
    Craig Fairbrass
    • Delmar
    Gregory Scott Cummins
    Gregory Scott Cummins
    • Ryan
    Denis Forest
    Denis Forest
    • Heldon
    Michelle Joyner
    Michelle Joyner
    • Sarah
    Max Perlich
    Max Perlich
    • Evan
    Paul Winfield
    Paul Winfield
    • Walter Wright
    Ralph Waite
    Ralph Waite
    • Frank
    Trey Brownell
    • Brett
    Zach Grenier
    Zach Grenier
    • Davis
    Vyto Ruginis
    Vyto Ruginis
    • Agent Matheson
    Don S. Davis
    Don S. Davis
    • Stuart
    • (as Don Davis)
      • Renny Harlin
      • John Long(premise)
      • Michael France(screen story) (screenplay)
      • Sylvester Stallone(screenplay)
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    • Trivia
      The film is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the costliest aerial stunt ever performed. Stuntman Simon Crane was paid $1 million to cross once between two planes at fifteen thousand feet, without the aid of any safety devices or trick photography. The insurance company refused to insure a stuntman for this, so Sylvester Stallone offered to reduce his own fee for the movie by the amount that the stunt cost to produce, in order that the film could be made. The stunt was filmed in the United States, as such a stunt is illegal in Europe, where most of the film was shot. Crane couldn't actually get inside the second plane, but good editing gives the appearance that he does.
    • Goofs
      (at around 30 mins) The plane crashes in the mountains, and appears to have stopped half way off a cliff. When people leave the plane, the plane is fully on the ground.
    • Quotes

      Hal Tucker: Delmar, from me to you, you're an asshole.

      Delmar: Yeah? And you're a loud-mouth punk slag, who's about to die.

      Hal Tucker: Maybe. But in a minute I'll be dead, and you, will always be an asshole. So Go Ahead And Shoot

      [mockingly]

      Hal Tucker: I'm Getting Cold... SHOOT

      Delmar: [grabs Hal by the collar...] Who's Shooting?

      [and head-butts him]

    • Crazy credits
      End credits include a message which explains that the Black Diamond harness used in the opening scene was specially modified so that it would fail.
    • Alternate versions
      British cinema and video versions were edited for violence to achieve a 15 certificate with the video/DVD versions being more extensively cut by the BBFC (losing 1 minute 24 secs in total). Most of the cuts were made to punches and kicks during the fight scenes although the underwater shooting scene was also considerably altered (the uncut version shows Travers being hit by Stallone's pitons). The complete version has been broadcast on Sky's movie channels. The cuts were fully restored in the 2008 Optimum DVD release.
    • Connections
      Edited from Cerro Torre: Schrei aus Stein (1991)
    • Soundtracks
      Do You Need Some?
      Written by Matt Mercado

      Performed by Mind Bomb

      Courtesy of Mercury Records

    User reviews250

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    One of Sly's best films
    Hold on for dear life as Sylvester Stallone takes you on the ride of a lifetime. With extreme non-stop action, gripping and suspense-filled scenes; Stallone has proved why he is a SUPERSTAR with his role in "Cliffhanger." I knew I would be in for an action packed treat as soon as I realized Stallone was starring in this film; however, I failed to realized how great the other actors were in this film.

    Stallone is joined by Michael Rooker, Janine Turner and John Lithgow as they produce quite possibly the best action film of 1993. The cast is perfectly selected and chosen to play their parts. It was a joy to see a reversal of roles. I'm not accustomed to seeing Rooker as a hero or Lithgow as a villain; it is a refreshing change.

    I couldn't have asked for a better villain than Lithgow. He is one of the most ruthless and cunning villains I've seen. I enjoyed how he never let anything get in his way and spared no expense to get what he wanted. I'm glad I got the chance to see him play the villain and hope I see it again.

    Turner gives tremendous support to this film and creates an atmosphere where it is enjoyable to watch. She is the heat that warms a cold room because every time she comes on screen it seems as though it is hot. It is a delight to see an incredible actress to have that much power. Rooker makes up the other the third of talented actors that makes "Cliffhanger" a delight to watch. Rooker brings a fresh view to the film as well as credibility; all I have to say is awesome work, Michael.

    There is an avalanche of talent in "Cliffhanger." Stallone is an unstoppable force and incredible action hero. After watching "Cliffhanger," I'm convinced that Stallone was the only man for this job. Stallone had the fire in his eyes for this part that told me he means business. Only true action stars have the fire I saw; furthermore, I was fascinated with the strength, power and conviction with which he took on the role.

    Another reason I enjoyed "Cliffhanger" was the writing because it contained unbelievable action sequences, a man dealing with redemption and dialogue is awesome. I was impressed to see that Stallone also co-wrote the script because he really has a knack for what action fans want.

    "Cliffhanger" is a super-charged, heart-racing, suspense-filled action thrill ride.
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    FAQ5

    • Are Gabe and Jessie married at the beginning of the film? I know they have different last names, but Hame is wearing a ring on his left wedding finger when he returns to bring Jessie back with him.
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    • Release date
      • July 2, 1993 (Finland)
      • United States
      • Italy
      • France
      • Japan
      • English
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    • Filming locations
      • Mount Falzarago, Dolomites, Italy
    • Production companies
      • Carolco Pictures
      • Canal+
      • Pioneer
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    • 1 hour 53 minutes
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