Gripped: Climbing the Killer Pillar

“Gripped” is a full-length survival drama centered around rock climbing, set against the backdrop of a towering thousand-foot cliff in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. The film follows Rose, a gym climber from Los Angeles, as she embarks on her first outdoor climbing adventure. While bouldering with her friend Jade, Rose becomes enamored with Bret, a seasoned outdoorsman. Despite his reservations, she persuades him to take her on a renowned and challenging rock-climbing route known as “Killer Pillar.” Tragedy strikes when Bret suffers a severe head injury and a torn shoulder during the climb. With no option but to ascend, Rose must take the lead to reach the summit. As night descends, they are still far from their goal and must spend the night on a narrow ledge. The following day, with a storm looming, Bret fades in and out of consciousness, leaving Rose with the responsibility of ensuring their survival.