A "climactic scene" refers to the most intense and significant moment or event in a story, movie, or play. It often involves a turning point or resolution that has a major impact on the plot or characters. Full definition
But this week I caught a few glimpses of reconciliation - in - action that inspired me to envision more climactic scenes in my life. (rachelheldevans.com)
Nonetheless, if these American - set sequences are its weak link, they do little to undercut Cartel Land's overarching urgency or outrage — which reaches a crescendo during climactic scenes of the new Autodefensas command revealing their true colors. (pastemagazine.com)
With the exception of our consensus choice for the best scene of the year, the list below unfolds in no particular order, though we did try to cluster the more climactic scenes at the bottom, to make it easier for those who haven't seen the films in question to avoid reading about their (stellar) endings. (film.avclub.com)