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But though “Lurker” could certainly push the envelope further, Matthew’s ascent, fall from grace and gradual climb back up wouldn’t feel as realistic as it needs to for the film to land its sickly ending.

The group will begin their trip in late September and begin their ascent on Oct.

“Their ascent is important not just for this year, but for the future.”

How many times have we cheered on the ragtag baseball team, the minor league hopeful, the plucky semi-pro squad that emerges from the shadows with a miraculous ascent?

“That s— is terrible for your mental health,” she says even as she admits that YouTube and TikTok have been crucial to her ascent.