In this micro-budget British indie, three stereotypes (the Alpha one, the sporty one, the quiet one) go on a hiking weekend, and the more introspective man attracts the attention of another (gay) hiker - and that's about the sum of it. It is all very gentle and restrained, with repetitive dialogue, uninteresting performances and a soporific soundtrack; the slow pacing and editing also contributes to making the dialogue sound stilted and awkward at times. The South Downs scenery is used to its full advantage and looks great, and the film does mildly challenge toxic masculinity occasionally, but overall the film just floats by with little impact or point.
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