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Brian and Mark are setting out on the first Carbon Neutral, Vegetarian, and Organic expedition ever to attempt the North Pole. As a world first they have high hopes of getting into the Guinness Book of Records and, if all goes well, of saving the planet from Global Warming. Unfortunately they have never done anything like this before. And they hadn t reckoned on the polar bears, the cocky gay Norwegians, or on Mark s rapidly loosening grip on reality.
No one said saving the planet was easy, but does it have to be this hard? BEYOND THE POLE is Touching the Void with laughs, and Withnail and I on ice. Funny and subversive it s the story of two men trying to find their place in the world before the end of the world. And it asks one question of us all: how far would you go to save the planet?
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Exeptional.. a consistently enjoyable romp --Empire
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
Endearingly Silly --Total Film
Hilariously Intense --Sound of Sight
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By GoodStuff
Format:DVD
Sorry I never review films but this was just so great and Brian and Mark (Stephen Mangan and Rhys Thomas) are so funny that I just have to. I saw this in a packed screening and I can honestly say that I have never been in a film like it since Borat I think where people just laughed their heads off. But it's much more than just a comedy because at a certain point the film turns really interesting and goes darker and suddenly it's not just a comedy anymore it's an adventure/thriller kind of thing going on. And so moving at the end. I think what really makes it for me (and everyone noticed this) is that it makes you feel so unexpectedly good at the end. It's not schmaltzy at all but it really gets you. So surprising, and warm and - get it! It's great! PS oops and yes Alexander Skarsgard of True Blood fame is wonderful in it - soooo funny!!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By A. Ramsey
Format:DVD
I saw this film at the Nashville Film Festival, and it was one of about 60 films I saw. It remains one of my favorites. It was incredibly funny, but not forced like some comedic movies out there, and it was very natural. The cast has an amazing chemistry. I didn't feel like anyone let me down in their performances. All around, Beyond Amazing movie. It is a must see.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By R. Fry
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I understand that this won't be to everyones taste, but if you enjoy the likes of 'Best in show' and 'A mighty wind' you should give this a try, it also needs to veiwed many times to fully appreciated1 Excellent stuff.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Didn't manage to finish it
There was some great acting and superb little scenes in this film, and it was refreshing and surprising seeing someone finally taking a satyrical poke at warmist fanatics (I'm not... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Apple-eater
3.0 out of 5 stars
A Not-so-serious look at a serious subject
I viewed Beyond The Pole as a comedy first and ecological message second. Starting off with an idealogical dream, out two intrepid heroes (Steve Mangham and Rhys Thomas, both... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Tim Kidner
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's OK, I suppose
Quite fun but pretty lightweight in most ways, this should, perhaps, have gone straight to television and only the impressive locations ever make it feel any more than that.
Published 21 months ago by Shrewlord
4.0 out of 5 stars
Magnificent
This quirky little film is a great watch. If you are a fan of Stephen Mangan it is a must see! Funny cameo from Alexander Skarsgard as well! Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2011 by Trinkett
3.0 out of 5 stars
decidedly odd
I'd never heard of this film till I read about it in the Friends of the Earth newsletter, and then seeing the excellent reviews, was looking forward to watching it. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2010 by Bo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant! By the only carbon neutral, organic and vegetarian review
I saw this film at the London Independent Film Festival - where it won Best Comedy Feature. I'm amazed that this wasn't picked up for a wider release... Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2010 by M. Hartley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome
Great film - really funny script and great performances plus a poignant message underneath it all!
Published on 4 Jun 2010 by Mr. S. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beyond the Pole
What an amazing film! It was both hysterically funny and quite touching. I highly recommend and am buying copies for my friends and family.Beyond The Pole [DVD] [2010]
Published on 4 Jun 2010 by Ms. Lisa Scott Gordon
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