Twisters Movie Review

Summary

In this review, the speaker reminisces about the impact of the 1996 film 'Twister' and discusses the release of its sequel, 'Twisters'. The sequel, directed by Lee Isaac Chung, features promising stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones. While lacking the original's human touch, it offers a fresh take with strong performances and impressive special effects, making it a good summer entertainment despite not being an instant classic.

Takeaways

• 🌪️ The speaker recalls their experience watching 'Twister' in 1996 and its impact on them, highlighting the film's impressive VFX and sound.
• 🎬 'Twister' featured memorable characters and a unique blend of disaster movie and screwball comedy, which contributed to its success.
• 🌍 The film was a global hit, grossing nearly $500 million, and sparked a revival of disaster movies in the late 1990s.
• 🎥 After 28 years, a sequel titled 'Twisters' is being released, featuring a talented cast and a unique directorial choice.
• 👥 The sequel stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones, who are considered promising rising stars, and is directed by Lee Isaac Chung.
• 🔗 'Twisters' is not a direct legacy sequel, maintaining only modest connections to the original, allowing new viewers to enjoy it without prior knowledge.
• 🌟 The cast, particularly Daisy Edgar Jones and Glen Powell, are praised for their performances, with Edgar Jones playing a former stormchaser dealing with tragedy.
• 🌀 The film explores the tension between science and personality, with different characters representing these aspects, including a YouTube personality played by Glen Powell.
• 🔥 Despite the absence of iconic imagery like the original's flying cow scene, the sequel attempts to top the VFX with multiple twisters and a fire tornado.
• 💔 The movie lacks physical affection between the leads, which could have deepened the relationship between the characters, leaving a missed opportunity.
• 🌟 Despite not being an instant classic like the original, 'Twisters' is still a fun summer entertainment with a lively pace and engaging supporting cast.

Q & A

What was the significance of the summer of 1996 for the narrator?

The summer of 1996 was significant for the narrator because it was when they first saw the movie 'Twister' in THX at a suburban movie theater in Montreal, which was a memorable experience due to the film's impressive VFX and sound.

What type of movie is 'Twister'?

'Twister' is a disaster movie that also serves as a quasi-remake of the classic screwball comedy 'His Girl Friday' with reversed genders.

How did 'Twister' perform at the box office?

'Twister' was a runaway hit, grossing nearly $500 million worldwide in 1996.

What impact did 'Twister' have on the film industry?

'Twister' was so popular that it kicked off a disaster movie revival, with films like 'Dante's Peak', 'Volcano', 'Deep Impact', and 'Armageddon' following in its wake.

What is the title of the sequel to 'Twister'?

The sequel to 'Twister' is titled 'Twisters'.

Who are some of the key talents involved in 'Twisters'?

Key talents involved in 'Twisters' include rising stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones, and the film is directed by Lee Isaac Chung.

How does 'Twisters' differentiate itself from being a typical legacy sequel?

'Twisters' differentiates itself by having only modest connections to the original film, allowing viewers to enjoy it without prior knowledge of the first movie.

What is the role of Daisy Edgar-Jones in 'Twisters'?

Daisy Edgar-Jones plays a former stormchaser in 'Twisters' who is reeling from a tragedy that cost the lives of her old crew.

What is the relationship between the characters played by Glen Powell and Anthony Ramos in 'Twisters'?

In 'Twisters', Glen Powell's character, Tyler, and Anthony Ramos's character, Javi, are initially at odds due to their differing approaches to storm chasing, but they eventually work together.

What is one criticism the narrator has about the portrayal of relationships in modern films, as reflected in 'Twisters'?

The narrator criticizes the complete avoidance of any kind of physical affection between the leads in 'Twisters', despite their chemistry, which they feel leaves a sour taste.

How does the narrator rate 'Twisters' in comparison to the original 'Twister'?

The narrator rates 'Twisters' as a good piece of summer entertainment but acknowledges that it isn't the instant classic the original was, giving it a score of seven out of ten.