Twisters: A Sequel Without Wind

When it was announced that *Twisters* was being released, my expectations were very low. As a ’90s kid, I fondly remember watching *Twister* (1996) during family movie nights. It was a thrilling experience that has since become a cult classic. With Helen Hunt and Philip Seymour Hoffman starring in the original, it’s a film that’s deeply nostalgic for me.

Sequels have been increasingly popular lately, largely due to the dedicated fanbases that original films have built. *Twisters’* opening weekend success at the box office demonstrates that even decades after their release, sequels can still capture public interest. They extend the storylines, build thriving franchises, and draw audiences to theaters.

*Twisters* is a sequel that follows Kate, played by Daisy Edgar-Jones, who is introduced as a tornado chaser in the film’s opening sequence. She has developed a formula she believes can stop tornadoes and save lives. However, when she attempts to test her theory with friends and her boyfriend, things go tragically wrong. Kate ends up being the sole survivor of the incident. Years later, she is contacted by an old friend, Javi, played by Anthony Ramos, who believes he has discovered the ultimate solution to tornado destruction and needs Kate’s help.

Despite Kate’s traumatic past and survivor’s guilt, these emotions are not effectively conveyed through her character. Kate comes across as bland and one-dimensional, lacking the compelling qualities needed to connect with the audience.

Glen Powell’s portrayal of the insufferable internet personality Tyler adds another layer to the film. Powell’s talent as an actor is evident in his seamless depiction of an unlikable character, but Tyler’s over-the-top demeanor feels too big for the lackluster script. When juxtaposed with other characters, who are both uninteresting and lacking depth, Tyler’s exaggerated persona highlights the film’s shortcomings.

Despite the talents of Powell and Edgar-Jones, the chemistry between Kate and Tyler is almost non-existent. Their interactions are tedious to watch, and their romance lacks excitement and believability. As the film progresses, it’s hard to care about whether they end up together. Their romance falls into the overused enemies-to-lovers trope but fails to generate any real tension or intrigue.

The depiction of the townsfolk living in tornado-prone areas is frustratingly unrealistic. Living in Texas, a state frequently hit by tornadoes, I can attest that the locals’ behavior in *Twisters* is far from accurate. People in the film seem clueless about how to prepare for such extreme weather events. At one point, a character even dismisses tornado warnings as rarely amounting to anything serious. In reality, when warnings are issued in Texas, people take them very seriously.

The film’s standout feature is its special effects, which effectively immerse viewers in the thrilling experience. If you’re a fan of adrenaline-pumping action sequences and don’t mind a weak storyline with shallow characters, Lee Isaac Chung’s film delivers on spectacle.

However, overall, *Twisters* is an unforgettable disaster movie that fails to match the quality of its far superior predecessor.

**Rating: 2.5/5**

Source: Culturess