"Emotional climax" refers to the highest point of intense emotions or excitement experienced during a particular event or situation. It is when emotions reach their peak, often leading to a significant outcome or resolution. Full definition
At over two and a half hours, you'll be looking at your watch, waiting for an end, or a mere emotional climax, that will wake you back up. (awardscircuit.com)
The film attempts to build towards a meaningful emotional climax, but it fails in execution since the story itself isn't handled with the proper amount of care. (screenrant.com)
He continues to show that he has a masterful understanding of comedic timing and dramatic build up, knowing just when the scenes emotional climax needs a laugh, a cry, or both. (theyoungfolks.com)