When We Get to the Top

When We Get to the Top

A short film about fear, friendship, and the courage to keep going.

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Release Date

8/30/2026

Runtime

20 mins

Genres

Overview

Two friends set off into the mountains to fulfill a promise. But along the way, it quickly becomes clear: it's about more than just reaching the top.

Status

Released

Original Language

German

Budget

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Revenue

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Two friends climb a mountain to honor a promise, discovering that the journey inward matters as much as reaching the summit. It's a quiet, reflective exploration of what it means to show up for someone you care about.

Mood

HopefulContemplativeWistful

Themes

FriendshipComing of age

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Meditative

Structure

Two-hander

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When We Get to the Top (2026) directed by Christian Schwarz | FirstCinema