Yes, it’s predictable… you’ll see most plot turns coming because it follows the disaster movie playbook. But it still works.
The acting is top class. Butler doesn’t play the typical action hero here, he’s just a regular guy trying to save his family, and it’s way more effective. Baccarin is excellent too, getting real moments to shine instead of just screaming in the background. Everyone brings their A-game.
The action and effects are good. Nothing fancy, but they get the job done and keep things tense when they need to be.
Look, you know exactly what kind of movie this is going in. But when the performances are this strong and the execution is this solid, predictability doesn’t really matter. It’s a disaster film done right… focuses on the family, keeps you invested, delivers what it promises.
Solid 7.5/10. Sometimes familiar can still be satisfying.
