Torn (2021) May 2026

: Highlights how the film serves as a "therapeutic piece of filmmaking," holding the filmmaker himself accountable while exploring the chasm left by an absent father. Interviews & Behind-the-Scenes

The National Geographic documentary is a deeply personal exploration of the life and tragic death of mountaineer Alex Lowe , directed by his eldest son, Max Lowe . Torn (2021)

: A "Critic's Pick" that focuses on the stark tonal shift from typical climbing documentaries, emphasizing grief and the formation of unexpected family bonds. : Highlights how the film serves as a

: Details the film’s restraint and how it avoids becoming "vertigo porn," instead treating the family's "messiness" with emotional maturity. : Details the film’s restraint and how it

Below is a breakdown of the most useful articles and resources covering the film's themes, production, and critical reception:

: Max Lowe discusses using the film as a tool to find the bravery to address personal issues with his family that had been unspoken for 20 years.