PG-13

Don't Look Down

1998 • 90 min • Horror · Thriller · TV Movie

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Synopsis

After a terrible accident, Carla develops a debilitating fear of heights. She joins a counseling group headed by Dr Paul Sadowski, an unconventional therapist who presses people to confront their fears. However, his methods come into question when his patients begin to suffer mysterious accidents.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

23 reviews

44 Audience · 23 · 100%

After a traumatic accident leaves Carla with acrophobia, she joins a unique therapy group led by Dr. Sadowski. His unconventional methods push patients to confront their fears directly. However, the group is soon plagued by mysterious "accidents," making Carla question the doctor's intentions and the safety of her fellow patients.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 7/10

Heads up

Characters experience intense fear and paranoia.
There are moments of sudden peril and danger.
A car accident is shown, with injuries and emotional distress.

What it models well

Overcoming fear
Seeking help for trauma
Trusting instincts

Talk about it after

How confronting fears can be helpful, but also dangerous if pushed too far.
The importance of therapy and mental health support.
When to question authority or someone's methods, even if they seem to be helping.

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Don't Look Down. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.