While adventuring alone in the isolated canyons of Utah, mountaineer Aron Ralston’s (James Franco) arm becomes trapped under a fallen boulder. Literally stuck between a rock and a hard place, Aron contemplates the entirety of his life while attempting to free himself. As the possibility of survival diminishes, Aron must resort to a drastic measure to save his life. Based on the true story of mountaineer Aron Ralston’s near-death experience, 127 Hours is a spine-tingling, cautionary tale of what not to do while adventuring in the backcountry.