No need to recap what had already been stated. It was majestic. Even after the 3rd viewing.
One critique of Alex has been his "intentional detached aloofness", as if it's some sort of persona for the camera. As a father of a child with autism, I can tell you that Alex is mildly on the spectrum. It may not be diagnosed, but it serves him well in his pursuit. However, the same attributes that help him excel on the mountain also present challenges in relationships. Remember, his father had Aspergers.
Speaking of relationships, many have been critical of Sanni, stating that her concerns are invalid, as she knew what she was getting in to. This is such a shallow and limited view. Somehow people are conveniently omitting that same standard for Alex. He didn't have to take on the relationship. The fact that he did, however, means he also knew what he was getting in to. Are we now to criticize her simply because she expresses to her boyfriend that she rather he not die? I would hope any woman in which I got involved would have similar concerns. Can you imagine partnering with someone so emotionally detached that they wouldn't care if you died? That sounds like an amazing relationship! Further, while expressing her concerns she was also very supportive. Never once did she issue the ultimatum "Either it's me or the rock!" I confess that I pity those that have a problem with her. I hope you're capable of a healthy relationship, one in which expressing feelings is considered healthy and par for the course.
One critique of Alex has been his "intentional detached aloofness", as if it's some sort of persona for the camera. As a father of a child with autism, I can tell you that Alex is mildly on the spectrum. It may not be diagnosed, but it serves him well in his pursuit. However, the same attributes that help him excel on the mountain also present challenges in relationships. Remember, his father had Aspergers.
Speaking of relationships, many have been critical of Sanni, stating that her concerns are invalid, as she knew what she was getting in to. This is such a shallow and limited view. Somehow people are conveniently omitting that same standard for Alex. He didn't have to take on the relationship. The fact that he did, however, means he also knew what he was getting in to. Are we now to criticize her simply because she expresses to her boyfriend that she rather he not die? I would hope any woman in which I got involved would have similar concerns. Can you imagine partnering with someone so emotionally detached that they wouldn't care if you died? That sounds like an amazing relationship! Further, while expressing her concerns she was also very supportive. Never once did she issue the ultimatum "Either it's me or the rock!" I confess that I pity those that have a problem with her. I hope you're capable of a healthy relationship, one in which expressing feelings is considered healthy and par for the course.