Twisters

 

Twisters, is an action adventure disaster thriller starring Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate Cooper, a meteorologist haunted by a devastating tornado encounter. Years later, she finds herself drawn back to the storm-chasing world by her friend Javi, played by Anthony Ramos.

 

This standalone sequel to the 1996 classic Twister, delivered an engaging and entertaining plot that paid proper homage to its predecessor. It felt relevant in many ways as a reflection of what a lot of people are going through in todays world. 

The film impressed with its well-executed CGI, creating believable and terrifying tornado sequences that kept me on the edge of my seat. They captured the awe-inspiring and destructive nature of these Barrel Grinders, providing the necessary thrills for a summer blockbuster. While Twisters occasionally fell into predictable patterns, it remained an engaging experience throughout. The movie successfully blended action, drama, and a touch of romance, creating a satisfying summer film that honored the original while also managing to carve out its own identity

The film made strides in diversity and representation, featuring a more diverse cast than the original. This inclusivity extended to the soundtrack, which notably highlighted Black Country artists, adding a fresh dimension to the movie's audio landscape. The cast played well off of one another. Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, as Tyler, had great on-screen chemistry which was a highlight of the film. Anthony Ramos also delivered a strong performance as Javi, contributing significantly to the film's emotional core.

In the end, Twisters was an entertaining ride that, despite some flaws, delivered on the promise of big-screen thrills and nostalgic callbacks. With its strong lead performances, impressive visual effects, and increased diversity, the film proved to be a worthy addition to the disaster movie genre.