“Twisters” lives up to its name by keeping the action spinning and delivering twist after twist. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, the film proved to be a summer blockbuster, grossing $495.7 million. With a star-studded cast including Glen Powell (“Top Gun”), Daisy Edgar-Jones (“Normal People”), and Anthony Ramos (“Hamilton”), “Twisters” captivates with both its thrilling plot and impressive performances.
The film centers on Kate Carter (Edgar-Jones), who is working on a science fair project to develop a solution for reducing tornado size. Following a tragic incident related to her project, she leaves her hometown of Oklahoma for the city. Later in the film, her friend Javi (Ramos) seeks her help once more to scan tornadoes. As the story progresses, viewers see Kate’s journey from a scared teenager to a more self-assured individual.
Javi also undergoes significant character growth. After facing early setbacks, he becomes involved in a tornado scanning project, only to discover that the project’s investor might not be as trustworthy as he seems. Javi evolves from seeking monetary gain to doing what he believes is right by helping others. Similarly, Kate transforms from a lighthearted teenager into a resilient adult, finding joy despite her initial heartache.
Edgar-Jones delivers a powerful performance, capturing the depth of her character’s grief, fear, and eventual joy. Powell’s portrayal of Tyler, an enthusiastic tornado chaser, complements Kate’s more serious character. Several scenes feature Tyler driving straight into tornadoes, adding to the film’s high-energy moments.
The special effects are exceptional, with numerous scenes that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. “Twisters” balances intense action with heartfelt and humorous moments, such as an early scene where Kate enjoys playful moments with friends. While the film leans more towards dramatic content, it achieves its purpose of engaging viewers.
“Twisters” is a compelling choice for fans of action and adventure, offering an engaging plot, familiar actors, and rich character development. It’s an enjoyable and well-worth-watching film.
