Downhill is a dark comedy-drama film directed by Nat Faxon and Jim Rash. The film features a star-studded cast that includes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Will Ferrell, Miranda Otto, and Zach Woods. It is a remake of the 2014 Swedish film Force Majeure.
The story follows Billie and Pete Staunton, a married couple who take their two sons for a ski vacation at a luxurious resort in the Austrian Alps. After they barely escape an avalanche at the resort's restaurant, their relationship takes a turn for the worst. Pete's instinct to run away from the danger and leave his family behind during the incident brings their dynamics into question.
As their relationship deteriorates, the couple strives to reconcile and navigate the turmoil of their shaky marriage in the aftermath of the incident. Billie feels betrayed and resentful towards her husband, who she views as a cowardly man, while Pete tries to justify his actions. Meanwhile, their interaction with a carefree couple and hotel staff further highlights their differing attitudes towards life.
Downhill explores the complexities of love, family, trust, and unspoken expectations in relationships. The film delves into the theme of the fragility of human relationships and how one momentary lapse in judgment can have far-reaching consequences.