I can’t speak for everyone, but when it comes to film, the primary objective is relaxation, to unwind, or to marvel at the brilliance behind a group of creative minds coming together to tell a story. Generally, it’s all about wonder, fun and most importantly escapism. Good movies, ideally, leave you feeling something positive.
However, every so often, Hollywood releases films that, while good, leave a bitter aftertaste—movies that challenge your perspective on people and the world. Films like Million Dollar Baby, Atonement, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Everest, and, the subject of today's review, Society of the Snow that comfortably fall into that category. But what distinguishes this particular story is that it’s based on true events.