127 Hours (2010) is a gripping survival drama directed by Danny Boyle and based on the true story of Aron Ralston, a hiker who became trapped in a canyon in Utah for over five days. The film stars James Franco as Ralston and is a powerful exploration of human endurance, the will to survive, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of life-threatening adversity.

The film opens with Aron Ralston embarking on a solo hiking trip in the remote Blue John Canyon. While exploring, a boulder dislodges and pins his arm against the canyon wall, leaving him trapped and isolated in a desolate and dangerous environment. With no way to call for help and limited resources, Aron is forced to confront his situation with only his wits, resourcefulness, and sheer determination to survive.

As the days pass, Aron faces extreme physical and emotional pain, battling dehydration, hunger, and despair. The film is highly focused on his solitary experience, using tight, claustrophobic shots and intense close-ups to immerse viewers in his growing sense of desperation. Through flashbacks and hallucinations, Aron reflects on his life, relationships, and choices, adding emotional depth to the narrative and providing insight into his character. His physical and mental endurance is pushed to the limit, as he attempts various methods to escape, each more desperate than the last.