Review of Deep Impact (1998) by David B — 08 Dec 2013

Deep Impact is what I would consider the better version of Armageddon. Where Armageddon failed, Deep Impact succeeded. This film though not perfect is an improvement over Michael Bay's dud. First off, the story is better and so is the acting.

Second off, the casting decisions for this film are better, and the cast deliver good performances. Visually the film is appealing and the story is better than Armageddon. I felt that Deep Impact had more human drama than Armageddon, and overall it was a better film.

The cast deliver great performances and the film is action packed with thrills and suspense. Deep Impact is a good film that is far better than one might think. The concept behind the plot is different than an asteroid hitting earth, as this time around it's a comet that threatens earth, but it works well.

What I love about the film is that its smart enough and doesn't pulverize the viewer the way that Michael Bay's Armageddon does. The film has a much more detailed plot, a smarter premise and way better acting than Armageddon.

Deep Impact is a terrific disaster film that will appeal to everyone who enjoys a good disaster yarn. A superbly told story that is a very much recommended and better than most disaster films.