Is Same Same but Different Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2013)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Same Same but Different (2013), audiences are invited back into the world of Adventure, Documentary. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The movie "Same Same But Different" follows the transformative journey of Barbara Zangerl: For many years, Barbara was known as one of the best female boulderers in the world, being one of the first females to climb the grade of 8b. At the age of 19, and at the top of her game, a serious back injury meant that Barbara's success in bouldering would come to a abrupt close. Too eager and determined to leave her beloved sport behind, Barbara began to master rope climbing. With a whole new outlook on climbing, Barbara is repeating some of the hardest alpine routes around, including "Hotel Supramonte 8b" (Sardinia multipitch classic), "Super Cirill 8a" (Alpine crackclimbing Tessin) and "End of Silence" (Thomas Huber's 1994 classic at Feuerhörndl-Northface) "Same Same But Different" goes beyond the action, exploring Barbara's outlook, her past and her passion for climbing."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Same Same but Different, even the presence of Barbara Zangerl struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Adventure. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Same Same but Different worth your time? If you appreciate Adventure, Documentary films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Same Same but Different misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 64 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.