Twisters: Storming into Theaters Everywhere
Blockbuster filmmaking through and through, Twisters is exactly what the doctor ordered for movie theaters.
The magic of seeing a good movie on the big screen never gets old. Some stand outs from the last ten years are Interstellar, The Force Awakens, Top Gun: Maverick, Barbenheimer, and Dune: Part 2. The immersive sound, blacked-out lights, and massive IMAX or Dolby screens deliver an unparalleled experience that simply can’t be replicated elsewhere.
In a time where streaming has taken over the media world and changed how we will forever consume our movies, tv, and music, Twisters storms onto the scene with its gripping action, stunning visuals, and genuine humor to give movie theaters everywhere a rare victory over our favorite subscription-based services. It has rightfully earned itself a place on the list above.
Visually, Twisters deserves to be seen on the big screen. The arial shots of the vastness of Oklahoma as well as the brilliantly produced tornado scenes cannot be fully appreciated unless seen on the biggest scale possible. Combine that with strong sound production and a catchy soundtrack, the theater experience is well worth your time.
What Twisters does best, however, is nail its casting. Glen Powell has solidified himself as not just the man of the future in Hollywood, but the current man of Hollywood. He proved his RomCom chops in Anyone But You, his comedic chops in Hitman, and now his blockbuster/drama chops in Twisters. He clearly can draw an audience and this is only the start for him. Daisy Edgar-Jones is also really talented and has fantastic on-screen chemistry with both Powell and Anthony Ramos. She is very clearly meticulously dedicated to her craft and I wouldn’t be surprised to see her in more Oscar-type roles in the not too distant future.
Blockbusters are rarely known for having perfect stories and screenplays, and Twisters is no exception. Even though the story is exciting and I seldom found myself anything but engaged, it was rather predictable. That is not always a bad thing, and in this case it isn’t, but it does make the final act’s payoff slightly less rewarding.
Sometimes all you need is a thrilling summertime blockbuster flick and Twisters delivers the goods on that front. It is not a life changing experience by any stretch of the imagination, but beautiful cinematography and exceptional casting make this one of the most fun and exciting films of 2024.
Twisters is in theaters today. You can check out all my other reviews at Blitz’s Backlot. Let me know your thoughts on the film in the comments below. What is your rating?