Review of The Impossible (2012) by Steve D — 14 Sep 2014

Great disaster movie but very cheesy in parts.

This review of The Impossible (2012) was written by Steve D on 14 Sep 2014.

The Impossible has generally received very positive reviews.

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The Impossible é extremamente emocionante, profundo, realista e nele podemos sentir na pele as emoções das personagens…

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By Isaiah H (162) on 12 Apr 2017

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By Msmith7632 (1) on 17 Nov 2020

Too gory, too bloody, too much nudity. Should be rated R for mature audiences. Don't waste your time…

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By The3Academysins (492) on 09 Dec 2018

While not close to a masterpiece by any means, The Impossible does have some great performances and moments that keep the film afloat…

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By Kozumel (3) on 27 Jan 2022

Well acted and impacting visual effects. Not a horror film, but filled with some horrible moments. Good…

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The story of a tourist family in Thailand caught in the destruction and chaotic aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami…

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By Spencer P (651) on 13 Dec 2017

Memorable not so much for its action or effects (though both are gripping and intense) but for its humanity…

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By Dane M (235) on 12 Dec 2018

Very good. More than just a disaster film of course. The search for souls. For torn away love. Lessons for all…

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By Julie F (137) on 06 Sep 2018

The biggest disaster you have ever seen. The film that I will do a review is called THE IMPOSSIBLE…

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