Downhill 2020
"A Different Kind of Disaster Movie."
Nat Faxon's *Downhill (2020)* dives into the emotional wreckage left behind when a near-fatal avalanche strips away the comfort of routine for a couple on a Swiss ski holiday.
Director: Nat Faxon
Cast
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Billie Stanton
Will Ferrell
Pete Stanton
Zach Woods
Zach
Miranda Otto
Charlotte
Giulio Berruti
Guglielmo
Zoë Chao
Rosie
Julian Grey
Finn Stanton
Ammon Jacob Ford
Emerson Stanton
Kristofer Hivju
Michel
Alex Macqueen
Charlie
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downhill (2020) about?
After narrowly escaping an avalanche during a family ski trip in the Alps, a married couple confronts the fractures in their relationship. Forced to reassess their priorities and unspoken frustrations while stranded in a remote lodge, their emotional avalanche may be harder to outrun than the snow.
Who directed Downhill?
Nat Faxon, the writer-director behind the coming-of-age hit *The Way Way Back*, helms this blend of drama and dark comedy.
Who stars in Downhill?
The film stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Will Ferrell as the fractured couple, with Zach Woods, Miranda Otto, and Giulio Berruti rounding out the lead roles.
Is Downhill (2020) worth watching?
If you enjoy character-driven films that use humor to tackle heavy themes like marital strain and self-discovery, *Downhill (2020)* delivers a fresh, thought-provoking take. While not a blockbuster, its sharp script and strong performances make it a compelling watch for fans of offbeat dramedies.
How long is Downhill?
The film runs for 87 minutes, making it a concise yet impactful cinematic experience.
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About Downhill (2020) — A darkly comic look at marriage tested by disaster
Nat Faxon's *Downhill (2020)* dives into the emotional wreckage left behind when a near-fatal avalanche strips away the comfort of routine for a couple on a Swiss ski holiday. Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Will Ferrell play Pete and Billie, a marriage already showing cracks before the disaster forces them to confront the unspoken resentments and dashed dreams simmering beneath the surface. As the pressures of isolation, financial strain, and unmet expectations collide with their physical ordeal, the film transforms a high-stakes thriller premise into a sharp, introspective character study. The breathtaking Alpine setting contrasts with the claustrophobic unraveling of their relationship, blending dark humor with poignant soul-searching. Expect a film that's as much about human frailty as it is about survival.
With Zach Woods adding tension as a smug ski instructor and Miranda Otto grounding the chaos with her character's quiet resilience, *Downhill (2020)* balances comedy and drama with disarming honesty. Faxon, known for his work on *The Way Way Back*, crafts a story that's less about the avalanche and more about what happens when two people realize they might not know each other—or themselves—as well as they thought. It's a story of reckoning, where the real disaster isn't the snow but the secrets buried under years of polite neglect.
