This was one of my childhood movies. (probably shouldn't have watched this) lol and I used to cry and have a fit, because I thought she actually died. lol.
What an idiot! Who takes the love of their life rock climbing on a extremely dangerous mountain unless they want to avoid getting married? Hmmmm!! Now I see his master plan.
Im probably wrong as Im no professional mountain climber/rescuer but wouldnt it have been alot easier if the helicopter just pulled them straight up into the helicopter instead of having to pull them across that great big chasm..??
I remember going rock climbing for the first time, and being a few hundred feet up and as soon as the instructor started trying to talk confidence into I remember thinking of this scene, lol.
Anyone notice that the helicopter is a huey UH-1 (like the primary helicopter in Vietnam) painted red and white. I think alot of people use huey type or models choppers today even for different types of things, logging especially I think.
The people on the radio told them winds were to turbulent to attempt a wech rescue and the pilot (Jessie) said that she would proceed with wire cross form opposite tower but u know what, I would have said the SAME EXACT THING!!! I'LL TAKE MY CHANCES WITH THE WINDS INSTEAD OF THAT CRAP!!! LOL!!!
its a great scene and all...but i got two compaints:
1. Why does everyone think Frank is laghing, he's grimacing....
2. from 8:27-8:35...wow, on Hal's part. instead of mourning; hes too busy being pissed off at gabe! you'd think after a few days of mourning THAN he'd get angry, but nooo, it had to be now! he got over it quickly! Intence scene though!
I actually like this movie, and think it's under rated. Love the visuals and the actress playing Sarah did an good job in this opening scene of her falling. You can see the fear and panic in her eyes. Awesome job.
That's something that REALLY annoys me about movies from this age: the female main characters are such damsels-in-distress. The only women who are actually capable of any real action are the minor characters.
Remember later on in the movie when Tucker says Frank looks like a normal guy but he is not ? lol like insane man. Hey, we have got to take care of our own !
Yes, it was one of the best death scenes I've ever seen. Except if it was reality, if you think you're going to die, the adrenaline pumping should actually give someone incredible strength, to hold on much longer, to put wings under your ass, to reach further than you ever thought possible.
Wow, this brings back memories. My mom, when she was furious with us kids would look like she was smiling. One day we're all jumping on the bed, she walks in and we think she's smiling so we laugh and jump even harder on the bed. Big mistake. Maybe Ralph Waite is my father? lol He's not smiling, he's grimacing.
Forgot to say,1st time I watched this,my stomach dropped like a stone,.......and who would have though the Father from The Waltons(Ralph Waite) flying the helicopter would have such an evil grin on his face when she fell???,lol......
Axegames. If you have not seen this movie,I strongly suggest you go on E-Bay and buy it for next to nothing and watch it. Basically it's about a bunch of robbers who hijack a plane in mid-air and it crashes in the snow mountains scattering 3 suitcases full of millions of Dollars and 2 guys are inadvertantly kidnapped into finding the suitcases.....action packed and edge of the seat stuff.Brilliant when it first came out.You will enjoy it ;-)
she is one scared bitch who doesn't wanna die ! lol Not bad acting but not great. Difficult thing to act, needing a lot of intensity. it could have been done a bit more convincingly.. hence the fact we've never seen that actress in much else
one of the best death scenes in movie history, and all the better because it happens to a young woman. usually they get 'let of the hook' (accidental pun) in films especiially if they are pretty. Fate is no respecter of good looks, age or gender. Good scene. Well acted too, love her panic.
The story goes that old man frank had a bad drinking problem, mountain rescue authority Where going to to take old franks postion into review after he made some mistakes while he was drunk and on the job, NOW this is where it gets interesting, One of the high rankers at the Mountain rescue authority was infact Sara, So frank while drunk again, sabotages her harnes in an attemp to keep his job, he knew that hal would be blamed and thats why he is smiling, All this time he got away with it
(imdb) Revealing mistakes: During the dramatic first scene as Gabe is trying to hold onto Sarah and she's screaming - the helicopter pilot is grinning. Then when she falls, he actually laughs out loud.
I feel that if Stallone, when in the gym, had concentrated less on the bench press and more on the bicep curl he would have saved this poor woman`s life.
Just saw it on TV though, and noticed Frank's face. First class acting there. It looks like he's pissing himself laughing, lol xD
It's a great movie scene of course, but it's so ridiculous in places.
How did a rookie get onto a giant rock peak? Why does the helicopter feel the need to string a rickety line across a deathtrap instead of a direct lift?
Finally, how does a slight weight slice a big metal buckle in half? o_0
The creators of the movie got in so much trouble from the manufacturers of the climbing equipment, due to making out that the climbing equipment failed. This would not happen. But you can't hide the fact that Sly rocks!
This movie is awesome. It's got great action and the dialogue is fun. Sure it's completely inaccurate and fake (my favorite is when Stallone swims under the ice in freezing water and then comes out without any injuries) but this is what makes it so fun to watch. Stallone has a remarkable talent at making sports look and feel extremely exciting.
I hate this movie i wish they never made it! Not one second is accurate. Harnesses dont melt away not even and a stress lab. Single petons dont hold helicopters....ever! And silly non climbing holes dont get dragged to the top of spires for a good time! Stallone couldn't climb a latter.
so essentially you're saying you only enjoy ACCURATE movies? lol also, be informed in was listed in the credits, that the climbing equipment was purposely rigged to break. Alas, for a person trying to sound so eloquent and informed..you spelled ladder incorrectly, fella
So essentially what you are saying is you are the You Tube typo police? Saving the world one typo at a timein the comments section? lol Of course the harness was rigged that way. Thats the whole point. I dont care if you where listed in the credits for rigging the George Washington Bridge. The scene looks Stupid. Everyone with knowledge of these harnesses or climbing (not you) finds it to be Satirical! Even Wolfgang Güllich who was in the movie (you might want to check the credits) laughed.
Typo police? No..far from it, as I made a typo of my own in my first reply. What you did was blatantly mispell ladder with latter. That's not the point though, I just had to mention it, cause I'm a dick like that. The point is, you take this movie (this scene, at least) way too seriously. You're right though..I don't have an intimate knowledge of harnesses, nor do I need it. I enjoy the movie for what it is..entertainment. Glad you're passionate about climbing, but to take issue with a MOVIE?
So now its the take it to serious police. Arent you the one who checked the credits to see that it was rigged? Your right fella, it is just a movie. And a movie is open to criticism from whom ever watches it. Critiszing other peoples criticism? Thats too serious. It is also too serious to troll the comments for typos to start YouTube discussions. Dick. The REAL point is the movie is Stupid (in some opinions). If you need people to talk to try going outside.
I'm not concerned with your opinion of the movie. I also didn't troll the comments for typos. I saw that you were bashing the movie because it's inaccurate, which to me is silly. Even biographic movies are inaccurate. P.S. Your last reply had mispelled words and typos alike..but I wont mention them. Oops.
HaHa Typo police again! You must be confused. If you are not concerned with my opinion of the movie then why did you reply to it in the first place? Are you the silly comment police as well? Wow I just thought you where a plain old limp dick. Anyway why would I care about typos when I have you the Comment Troll. lol
There's a difference between typos, and outright unintelligence. Why do you keep insisting I'm some sort of variant of the police? I point out your shortcomings and childlike ability to structure sentences, and all of the sudden, I'm typo/silly comment police?
The climbing is impressive for a reason - they got one of the best climbers in the world, a man called Wolfgang Gullich to be the climbing double for Stallone.
Ironically, Wolfgang Güllich got through "Cliffhanger" intact but he was killed in a car accident at sea level after production ended... the end credits have a dedication to him.
I loved this scene! Nicely acted and i like the way they built it up, jus as it would be with no suspicion that they were about to have a tragedy. I like the way she was nervous about it. Kind of sickening but thrilling to see her get it. The cute girl doesnn;t die often enough in movies, maybe that is just me though!
I know it's a movie and all but is anyone else thinking "if you can use the other hand to cover your face in shame after she falls then why couldn't you reach out and use both arms to pull her up?" I suppose it could be the fact he didn't have both legs wrapped around the wire, I know nothing about cliffhanging
every time i watch this scene i think im gonna throw up!! just think if you where in that position in real life an u felt urself slipping down and down and down oh god!
That's right. Personally, I would scream, but it would go something like this; And now, the end is near; And so I face the final curtain. My friend, Ill say it clear, Ill state my case, of which Im certain. Ive lived a life thats full. Ive traveled each and evrey highway; And more, much more than this, I did it my way. Regrets, Ive had a few; But then again, too few to mention. I did what I had to do And... *SPLAT*
HAHA, have you noticed that the whole time she is slipping the helicopter pilot next to Hal is smiling. He has a massive grin on his face the whole time!
Yeah, I think there's a little less risk in winching someone with wind than landing a helicopter on a rock with wind! It is just a movie, and this is a very dramatic scene, but it still reminds me of that MacGyver episode where good old Mac hooks a wire to that helicopter and hand cranks it down with the winch on the back of an old jeep.
Stalone could only ever be Rocky Balboa. No other role evr fit him except maybe the one in LOck up.
jn829 2 years ago
This was one of my childhood movies. (probably shouldn't have watched this) lol and I used to cry and have a fit, because I thought she actually died. lol.
STEVENbigblack 2 years ago
what a opening, a better film than people give credit for
harrysboy 2 years ago
epic!!!!!!!!!!
ivanzerox01 2 years ago
Wolfgang Gullich, the Sly's double in this movie, the best climber in the world.
joaquinveyron 2 years ago
What an idiot! Who takes the love of their life rock climbing on a extremely dangerous mountain unless they want to avoid getting married? Hmmmm!! Now I see his master plan.
RoughRider757 2 years ago
jake the muss would have saved her
thomasmcgnnss 2 years ago
its funny as fuck good enough 4 her
thomasmcgnnss 2 years ago
Unbelivable Opening to a Film Very Gripping.
"Don't let me Fall Gabe I Don't Want to Die"
JamesLanguar 2 years ago
Until you realize that Frank looks like he's laughing. That eases the tension.
tf2whackyengineer 2 years ago
Yeah I Noticed That, I tried to Ignore it though Bad acting from his part I Guess. I was more focused on the problem at hand with Gabe.
JamesLanguar 2 years ago
Im probably wrong as Im no professional mountain climber/rescuer but wouldnt it have been alot easier if the helicopter just pulled them straight up into the helicopter instead of having to pull them across that great big chasm..??
feenixnz 2 years ago 3
They Said in the Film There was too much Turbulance to be able to pull that off Safley.
I know what you mean though I figured that as well first off.
JamesLanguar 2 years ago
I was wondering the same thing lol but I guess we have to remember that it's a movie.
mooey13 2 years ago
lol, ya thats wat im saying
fbeetleson 2 years ago
please put the rest it up please man!!
ShaunPalmerr 2 years ago
Chuck Norris could have saved her.
busman1951 2 years ago 4
so how was this woman climbing the mountain in the first place if she can't even do one chinup?
colorconnection 2 years ago 4
John Cena could've pulled that woman back up.
QRXenomorphs 2 years ago
Sadly, it def was one of those moments that you would never want to go through or even witness.
Still, this was a very violent movie. Alot of things had to be cut to get a R rated film.
I enjoyed the movie but this scene will haunt me everytime I climb for fun at any great height.
lightningwu 2 years ago
This is one of the scariest movies of all time for anyone scared of heights
soulsurvivor52784 2 years ago
Lord, I still remember this movie when I was a kid and I still get goosebumps when I see this.
lightningwu 2 years ago 2
I agree with you. I watched this scene when I was 7 and I was traumatized because it's desesperate and cruel. Now I still remember it.
myiceblueyes 2 years ago
meee tooo!
I was like 6 or 7 and I thought she actually died. It definetly was something I shouldn't have been watching.
STEVENbigblack 2 years ago
maybe she didnt die, maybe now she 65 and has a relationship with Jim Morrison
dennina78 2 years ago
Frank looks like hes having a gold ole time. Deliverance dueling banjos style. 7:14
derek27years 2 years ago
so did she live?
j24800 2 years ago 2
...and that guy in the chopper is from Little House On The Prairie!
BaddaBigBoom 2 years ago
Wait a second! That scene was stolen directly from Ace Ventura when nature calls !!!!
BaddaBigBoom 2 years ago 2
More like that scene was stolen from Cliffhanger, obviously...
Acdc671 2 years ago
O rly?
BaddaBigBoom 2 years ago
pardon my ignorance...but who the fuck is Frank
carcariden 2 years ago
What I don't get it how the equipment just snaps...those things can hold a small elephant without breaking.
fantastischfish 2 years ago
maybe frank took botox
bjacquard 2 years ago
I remember going rock climbing for the first time, and being a few hundred feet up and as soon as the instructor started trying to talk confidence into I remember thinking of this scene, lol.
rockandstroll 2 years ago
Anyone notice that the helicopter is a huey UH-1 (like the primary helicopter in Vietnam) painted red and white. I think alot of people use huey type or models choppers today even for different types of things, logging especially I think.
WeAreBorg359 2 years ago
i would've said "Fuck You, I aint climbin' across that shit. u bring the helicopter right here
newjackrulez420 2 years ago
yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TheSteffen1223 2 years ago
The people on the radio told them winds were to turbulent to attempt a wech rescue and the pilot (Jessie) said that she would proceed with wire cross form opposite tower but u know what, I would have said the SAME EXACT THING!!! I'LL TAKE MY CHANCES WITH THE WINDS INSTEAD OF THAT CRAP!!! LOL!!!
WeAreBorg359 2 years ago
no shit man!
oceansdoor 2 years ago
LOL the fuck with Franks face, he has that crazy murder look "DIE DIE DIE!"
23Revan84 2 years ago
pause at 7:41 the guy in the back is so fucking happy!!
pillopillow 2 years ago 2
I never noticed before and I've watched this movie zillions of times. top acting - ha
Katmandu12k 2 years ago
LOL
ChampsElysees100 2 years ago
anyone know where i can download this movie? pls
keni386chips 2 years ago
Try piratebay
Jaahaah 2 years ago
It was Hal's fault for bringing her there in the first place.
Oh yea, Frank looks like he's laughing the whole time. Especially 7:40 and 8:13. He's like, "YEA!! HAHAHA"
mrdlore 2 years ago
best quality harness ever :P
Jesusthemiraclebaby 2 years ago
why is he laughing at the end?
akonpierre 2 years ago
Cliffhanger was a movie released in 1993,How is that a 80's movie?
WRX2001 2 years ago
oh boy, what a wonderful way to go -_-
Shannie180 2 years ago
How did they shoot this scene?
elmando5 2 years ago
its a great scene and all...but i got two compaints:
1. Why does everyone think Frank is laghing, he's grimacing....
2. from 8:27-8:35...wow, on Hal's part. instead of mourning; hes too busy being pissed off at gabe! you'd think after a few days of mourning THAN he'd get angry, but nooo, it had to be now! he got over it quickly! Intence scene though!
LiuBaio 2 years ago
Made in China ...
chrisflex162 2 years ago
I actually like this movie, and think it's under rated. Love the visuals and the actress playing Sarah did an good job in this opening scene of her falling. You can see the fear and panic in her eyes. Awesome job.
PurplePetal04 2 years ago 6
yeah its juts so dramatic it makes u feel like ur in her position but true she does a good job in her role
280az 2 years ago
At least she'll be reunited with her teddy bear.
abhitron 2 years ago 3
That's something that REALLY annoys me about movies from this age: the female main characters are such damsels-in-distress. The only women who are actually capable of any real action are the minor characters.
TheMaster734 2 years ago
8.13 LMFAO!!!!!!!!! that oldmans laughing his ass off.
sagat1916120 2 years ago 2
8:13 - LMFAO!!! I agree... what kind of sick old man would be laughing at a woman falling down a cliff?
ChristEternity 2 years ago
A man who watches funny youtube videos : )
slimes23 2 years ago
Gravity, its a bitch....why didnt he reach down with his other hand when he was holding the cable, he could of used both hands to hold on to her.
Ben1977820 2 years ago
"Excuse me, Capt Hot-tub"
Ben1977820 2 years ago
Stallone spent too much time climbing mountains in Sicily. He wasn't cut out for the Rockies.
NoJeanNoMoney1 2 years ago
This was filmed in Italy
chrismerrell 2 years ago
That Scene was also in Ace Ventura.
Fartingbellybutton 2 years ago
Remember later on in the movie when Tucker says Frank looks like a normal guy but he is not ? lol like insane man. Hey, we have got to take care of our own !
KNUCKLESPRINGER 2 years ago
Wow I remember seeing this scene on tv when I was really little. It creeped me out.
Furuba6 2 years ago
8:13 for those who want to find the laughing guy
sdb4884 2 years ago
her eyes are smiling from Northern Exposure the TV show
floridajeet 2 years ago
Yes, it was one of the best death scenes I've ever seen. Except if it was reality, if you think you're going to die, the adrenaline pumping should actually give someone incredible strength, to hold on much longer, to put wings under your ass, to reach further than you ever thought possible.
RussiaversusIsrael 2 years ago
Wow, this brings back memories. My mom, when she was furious with us kids would look like she was smiling. One day we're all jumping on the bed, she walks in and we think she's smiling so we laugh and jump even harder on the bed. Big mistake. Maybe Ralph Waite is my father? lol He's not smiling, he's grimacing.
RussiaversusIsrael 2 years ago
when i first watched this i thought for sure he would save sara i was in shock when she fell.
samarafan17 2 years ago 2
Scariest shit ever, this screwed me up in the theatre!!
DJMaffmatix 2 years ago
Forgot to say,1st time I watched this,my stomach dropped like a stone,.......and who would have though the Father from The Waltons(Ralph Waite) flying the helicopter would have such an evil grin on his face when she fell???,lol......
gggggaaaaarrrrryyyyy 2 years ago
Axegames. If you have not seen this movie,I strongly suggest you go on E-Bay and buy it for next to nothing and watch it. Basically it's about a bunch of robbers who hijack a plane in mid-air and it crashes in the snow mountains scattering 3 suitcases full of millions of Dollars and 2 guys are inadvertantly kidnapped into finding the suitcases.....action packed and edge of the seat stuff.Brilliant when it first came out.You will enjoy it ;-)
gggggaaaaarrrrryyyyy 2 years ago
that old man's smile is fucking sadistic!!! he's probably saying to himself "DROP THAT BITCH! YEAH! YEAH!"
ChompTrax 2 years ago 3
she does die! ;(
thiis is a cool scene(:
omg what a nightmare than would bee!
:O
shveetas 2 years ago
and he basically laughs his ass off when she dies
repressivethoughts 2 years ago 2
:) i love the fact the old guy smiles :D basically
repressivethoughts 2 years ago
great film scene thanks
blade0954 2 years ago 3
i think she really died
thaHIGHLITEREEL 2 years ago
where's the whole movie?
and i love stallone
beauttyqueenn 2 years ago
at the blockbuster
SadguiTarr 2 years ago
7:42 xD
Jort007 2 years ago
Wolfgang Gullich
TheCarlos812 2 years ago
Dolomites near Belluno Italy
Bach251 2 years ago
"Use your other hand!" lol, what a fuckwit.
Raskolnikov32 2 years ago
At 7:20 and 7:40 that guy in the background looks really happy she's gonna die.
journeymanjim 2 years ago 4
hahaha so true so true xD
trebekalex 2 years ago
oh god this movie had so suspense :D
gtaivpc 2 years ago
Old Frank is grinning with glee because he secretly masterminded the whole incident :) Muhahahahaha... :D
PatagoniaPedro 2 years ago
Parts of this movie were filmed in Colorado/Arizona, and other parts in Italy, if I am not mistaken.
PatagoniaPedro 2 years ago
This movie's alternate title is "Die Hard on a Cliff"
siasti 2 years ago
Renny Harlin's best film tho Die Hard 2 is close.
siasti 2 years ago
he's not smiling , thats the dude from the tv series the waltons think he was the father , thats the way was in that show too
panjoint 2 years ago
The stunt double for stallone died in a car crash go figure.
xj2yzz 2 years ago
splat
trynnadevast8 2 years ago
she is one scared bitch who doesn't wanna die ! lol Not bad acting but not great. Difficult thing to act, needing a lot of intensity. it could have been done a bit more convincingly.. hence the fact we've never seen that actress in much else
jegspillerpiano 2 years ago
Anyone remember seeing this seen being spoofed in Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls - with the raccoon!!!!! - LOL!!!!
toothfairy30 2 years ago
I thought I was the only one who noticed he laughed
KH32009 2 years ago
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PatagoniaPedro 2 years ago
one of the best death scenes in movie history, and all the better because it happens to a young woman. usually they get 'let of the hook' (accidental pun) in films especiially if they are pretty. Fate is no respecter of good looks, age or gender. Good scene. Well acted too, love her panic.
jegspillerpiano 2 years ago
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Markhilluk5 2 years ago
Dolomites!
lupinitaly 2 years ago
hmmmmm....u need lots of guts to do it for real.......
adventureinmyblood 2 years ago
Holy shit, this still gives me sweaty hands after all those years! Intense!
tieknul 2 years ago 3
dont worry folks, she not actually hanging from a cliff, shes in a studio with pillows beneath her.
u can thank me later
Pewdie 2 years ago 2
The story goes that old man frank had a bad drinking problem, mountain rescue authority Where going to to take old franks postion into review after he made some mistakes while he was drunk and on the job, NOW this is where it gets interesting, One of the high rankers at the Mountain rescue authority was infact Sara, So frank while drunk again, sabotages her harnes in an attemp to keep his job, he knew that hal would be blamed and thats why he is smiling, All this time he got away with it
wwwNooBcom 2 years ago 3
Are you being serious? Where did you get this story from? Would explain the smiling which I thought was just terrible acting haha
OJS2363 2 years ago
(imdb) Revealing mistakes: During the dramatic first scene as Gabe is trying to hold onto Sarah and she's screaming - the helicopter pilot is grinning. Then when she falls, he actually laughs out loud.
stewheart 2 years ago
Buy a dictionary and look up the word "grimace", bright spark
siasti 2 years ago
This scene is completely ruined when you realise the old guy is smiling the whole time in the background. lol
OJS2363 2 years ago
Man, I couldn't stop laughing when I realised what you were talking about :)
wojtzuch 2 years ago
Haha, i'm glad you agree, it is hilarious ;)
OJS2363 2 years ago
F***in Intense!
yayofitz 2 years ago
One of the most thrilling movie openers evar period
Raditation 2 years ago 5
Truly terrifying.
To this day I want to throttle the woman in the audience I saw this with who said "One down" when poor Sarah fell. The cow.
Cindylover1969 2 years ago 8
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA! One down. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!
zhmzdl67zwxdsh 2 years ago 2
My wife and I saw this movie in the theatre, seeing this scene on the wide screen was like "oh F***!
olentangy74 2 years ago 10
good movie
damon2nice 2 years ago 2
I still cant get over the bit in the film where he has to quickly grab Jessy, THE FUCKING MUSCLES IN HIS NECK!
frost010101 2 years ago
She knew for a good minute or so that she was ****ed. The contemplation of her inevitable fall to death would've been psychological torture.
markstevens36 2 years ago 6
Most are in denial during the fall.
mygaboo 2 years ago
lol.
they say "no" gravity says "mmm yeah, i think so".
biteitoff 2 years ago
And thats why u dont go climbing mountains like a fucking prick !!! LMFAO @ Frank laughing hahahahahahaahahah
coatbridgemadman 2 years ago
He wasn't laughing! He was helping to pull on the rope and was gritting his teeth!
hwnjedi 2 years ago
it definitely looked like he was laughing...that and sarah's scream make this one of the funniest scenes ever
toulousse1 2 years ago
Join my facebook group dedicated to Frank laughing!
Search 'Frank laughing at that girl dying in Cliffhanger is so funny!' on facebook to find it!
shedoesnthavemyname 2 years ago
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shedoesnthavemyname 2 years ago
yes its a great film lol really gory and violent but i was wondering wat age is it rated?
wariogod 2 years ago
where's superman when u need him lol,LUV THIS MOVIE
tipmcstag 2 years ago
@ 7:19 - what's up with Frank what's so funny? - He's just taking the piss here. No wonder they killed him after. :-)
KingUser2008 2 years ago
LoL, my friend and I noticed that one night too watching this.
TWheels94 2 years ago
That's right, I watched it too, I couldn't stop laughing when I saw Frank! lol
KingUser2008 2 years ago
I feel that if Stallone, when in the gym, had concentrated less on the bench press and more on the bicep curl he would have saved this poor woman`s life.
rit73 2 years ago
Arnold could have pulled the woman back up. :)
Apjooz 2 years ago 8
This scene is pretty creepy. Horrible way to die.
Just saw it on TV though, and noticed Frank's face. First class acting there. It looks like he's pissing himself laughing, lol xD
It's a great movie scene of course, but it's so ridiculous in places.
How did a rookie get onto a giant rock peak? Why does the helicopter feel the need to string a rickety line across a deathtrap instead of a direct lift?
Finally, how does a slight weight slice a big metal buckle in half? o_0
Good though ^^
hermanJnr112 2 years ago 2
The creators of the movie got in so much trouble from the manufacturers of the climbing equipment, due to making out that the climbing equipment failed. This would not happen. But you can't hide the fact that Sly rocks!
dave5tesb 2 years ago
This movie is awesome. It's got great action and the dialogue is fun. Sure it's completely inaccurate and fake (my favorite is when Stallone swims under the ice in freezing water and then comes out without any injuries) but this is what makes it so fun to watch. Stallone has a remarkable talent at making sports look and feel extremely exciting.
RanMan171 2 years ago
I love that second guy smile at 7:41. Real classy.
IVomitOnYourGod 2 years ago 3
hahaha good one.. :3
the reason why they didnt pull ladder from helicopter on the first time is most amusing... heh
Naproxenum 2 years ago
I hate this movie i wish they never made it! Not one second is accurate. Harnesses dont melt away not even and a stress lab. Single petons dont hold helicopters....ever! And silly non climbing holes dont get dragged to the top of spires for a good time! Stallone couldn't climb a latter.
benderc1 2 years ago
But Sly rocks as always.
IVomitOnYourGod 2 years ago
so essentially you're saying you only enjoy ACCURATE movies? lol also, be informed in was listed in the credits, that the climbing equipment was purposely rigged to break. Alas, for a person trying to sound so eloquent and informed..you spelled ladder incorrectly, fella
vpirates62 2 years ago
So essentially what you are saying is you are the You Tube typo police? Saving the world one typo at a timein the comments section? lol Of course the harness was rigged that way. Thats the whole point. I dont care if you where listed in the credits for rigging the George Washington Bridge. The scene looks Stupid. Everyone with knowledge of these harnesses or climbing (not you) finds it to be Satirical! Even Wolfgang Güllich who was in the movie (you might want to check the credits) laughed.
benderc1 2 years ago
Typo police? No..far from it, as I made a typo of my own in my first reply. What you did was blatantly mispell ladder with latter. That's not the point though, I just had to mention it, cause I'm a dick like that. The point is, you take this movie (this scene, at least) way too seriously. You're right though..I don't have an intimate knowledge of harnesses, nor do I need it. I enjoy the movie for what it is..entertainment. Glad you're passionate about climbing, but to take issue with a MOVIE?
vpirates62 2 years ago 2
So now its the take it to serious police. Arent you the one who checked the credits to see that it was rigged? Your right fella, it is just a movie. And a movie is open to criticism from whom ever watches it. Critiszing other peoples criticism? Thats too serious. It is also too serious to troll the comments for typos to start YouTube discussions. Dick. The REAL point is the movie is Stupid (in some opinions). If you need people to talk to try going outside.
benderc1 2 years ago
I'm not concerned with your opinion of the movie. I also didn't troll the comments for typos. I saw that you were bashing the movie because it's inaccurate, which to me is silly. Even biographic movies are inaccurate. P.S. Your last reply had mispelled words and typos alike..but I wont mention them. Oops.
vpirates62 2 years ago
HaHa Typo police again! You must be confused. If you are not concerned with my opinion of the movie then why did you reply to it in the first place? Are you the silly comment police as well? Wow I just thought you where a plain old limp dick. Anyway why would I care about typos when I have you the Comment Troll. lol
benderc1 2 years ago
There's a difference between typos, and outright unintelligence. Why do you keep insisting I'm some sort of variant of the police? I point out your shortcomings and childlike ability to structure sentences, and all of the sudden, I'm typo/silly comment police?
vpirates62 2 years ago 2
in was listed in the credits HAHAHA give me back your badge typo police! HAHAHAHA
benderc1 2 years ago
okay guys break it up.
carch117 2 years ago 2
this is why i go to the movies... i like that emotional high they bring... one of the best scenes in sly's long list of filmography
horvaton 2 years ago
Sylvester Stallone is The Greatest!!!!!... Renny Harlin is Great!!!!!...
PierWilson 2 years ago
That would suck so bad. Maybe she should have reached up and grabbed him.
Adraline 2 years ago
oh noooooo... the teddy beer is dead.. snif
tofbok 2 years ago 6
The climbing is impressive for a reason - they got one of the best climbers in the world, a man called Wolfgang Gullich to be the climbing double for Stallone.
juikm 2 years ago 2
Ironically, Wolfgang Güllich got through "Cliffhanger" intact but he was killed in a car accident at sea level after production ended... the end credits have a dedication to him.
Cindylover1969 2 years ago 3
What fell out of her jacket at 6:42?
SaltAndPepper09 2 years ago
sigh, its always the ones that say "i dont wana die" that always die.
degov5 2 years ago 4
yaghhhhhhhhhhhh!!! Silly bitch. Goodbye.
jegspillerpiano 2 years ago
I loved this scene! Nicely acted and i like the way they built it up, jus as it would be with no suspicion that they were about to have a tragedy. I like the way she was nervous about it. Kind of sickening but thrilling to see her get it. The cute girl doesnn;t die often enough in movies, maybe that is just me though!
jegspillerpiano 2 years ago
I know it's a movie and all but is anyone else thinking "if you can use the other hand to cover your face in shame after she falls then why couldn't you reach out and use both arms to pull her up?" I suppose it could be the fact he didn't have both legs wrapped around the wire, I know nothing about cliffhanging
goldenage11 2 years ago
well....man is not meant to climb to where only eagles dwell...thats what she gets ):I
raleighl 2 years ago
7:18 look at the old man smiling
GROVER1820 2 years ago
Gabe looks alot more worried than the boyfriend, don't ya think??
rebe1angel 2 years ago
when i was young, i had nightmares with this movie, this part scared me... Always I seeing, i remer that...
Even though this, i loved this movie
Taruku44 2 years ago
This was what I noticed when I saw this in the theatre..... Sly was holding on with one hand, while he was securely harnessed to the line.
He could have safely let go with both hands, and grabbed her (but then we wouldn't have a movie, would we?).
testpilot77 2 years ago
oh yeah, but yea youre right if he would have saved her it wouldnt be good
732whatever 2 years ago
holy crap, thats soooooooooo funni how the pilot guy is smiling with a huge laugh. lol..
halarious!!
bradoo555 2 years ago 4
i know! It looks like he is totally enjoying it haha
732whatever 2 years ago
Don't... Look... DOWN!.. Ahhhhh
DAH210774 3 years ago
every time i watch this scene i think im gonna throw up!! just think if you where in that position in real life an u felt urself slipping down and down and down oh god!
10987beatbox 3 years ago
I would try not to cry out if that were me. In your last minutes of life, you have to be brave.
NYerintransit 2 years ago
duplenty 2 years ago
nice poem. lol
degov5 2 years ago
HAHA, have you noticed that the whole time she is slipping the helicopter pilot next to Hal is smiling. He has a massive grin on his face the whole time!
Moxiclav 3 years ago 2
BEST part of the whole film! lol
MiSsPaRaDissavvy 3 years ago
I guess you're right jacksonn. I just fail.
Yeah, I think there's a little less risk in winching someone with wind than landing a helicopter on a rock with wind! It is just a movie, and this is a very dramatic scene, but it still reminds me of that MacGyver episode where good old Mac hooks a wire to that helicopter and hand cranks it down with the winch on the back of an old jeep.
jsparger 3 years ago