Twisters – A Missed Opportunity for a Thrilling Disaster Flick
As a fan of disaster movies, I was excited to see Twisters, but unfortunately, it didn’t live up to my expectations. While it has its moments, this sequel/reboot ultimately feels like a missed opportunity, offering a retread of familiar ground without adding enough new thrills or excitement.
Too Much Racing, Not Enough Twister
One of the main issues with Twisters is the pacing. A lot of the movie is spent watching trucks and cars race across the landscape in an attempt to reach a twister. These scenes drag on and don’t build the tension in a meaningful way. Sure, there are moments of visual excitement when the tornadoes appear on screen, but the buildup to those moments is often lackluster and drawn out. It feels like the movie is more interested in showing us the journey to the disaster than the disaster itself, which is a bit of a letdown for fans of the genre.
Visually Exciting, but Familiar
When the action picks up, the visual effects do provide some stunning moments. The tornadoes themselves are impressive, and the scenes where the storm wreaks havoc can be visually engaging. However, these moments don’t quite compensate for the predictability of the story. It’s the same basic formula as the original Twister—a group of people racing against time and nature to confront an unstoppable force—but with a few twists that end up feeling predictable instead of interesting.
Not Cheesy Enough for Fun, Not Thrilling Enough for Drama
Another downside to Twisters is its tone. It’s not cheesy enough to fall into the guilty pleasure category, like some of the best disaster films, but it’s also not thrilling enough to be taken seriously. The stakes never feel high enough to make you care deeply, and the drama lacks the energy to carry the film. It’s as if the filmmakers tried to strike a balance between grounded realism and outlandish disaster spectacle, but neither aspect is fully realized, leaving the movie feeling a bit flat.
References to the Original, But Not Enough Substance
While there are some references to the original Twister film, they feel more like fan service than meaningful callbacks. The story doesn’t add anything particularly new or exciting to the genre. Instead of taking the concept in fresh, unexpected directions, Twisters mostly feels like the same movie with a few minor tweaks.
Final Thoughts
I give it 3 beers. It might be more fun then. Twisters isn’t a disaster movie I’d recommend unless you’re a die-hard fan of the genre or the original film. It doesn’t offer anything groundbreaking and spends too much time on predictable plot points instead of focusing on what makes disaster movies fun—over-the-top action, crazy destruction, and thrilling, heart-pounding moments. If you’re looking for a truly exciting and fresh disaster flick, Twisters might leave you disappointed.
Here’s the trailer:
