“Twisters,” directed by Lee Isaac Chung, is a highly anticipated sequel to the 1996 disaster film “Twister.” Set to release on July 19, 2024, the film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, and Anthony Ramos, promising a thrilling mix of action and adventure as it explores the destructive power of tornadoes.
Plot Summary
The story follows Kate Cooper (Daisy Edgar-Jones), a former storm chaser who now studies storm patterns from the safety of her New York City office. Haunted by a traumatic tornado encounter during her college years, Kate is reluctant to return to the field. However, her friend Javi (Anthony Ramos) convinces her to test a groundbreaking new storm-tracking system in Oklahoma. There, she meets Tyler Owens (Glen Powell), a reckless social media star who documents his storm-chasing adventures for his followers. As they face an unprecedented series of tornadoes, Kate, Tyler, and their teams must navigate the dangers of multiple storm systems converging over central Oklahoma (Wikipedia) (ComicBook).
Cast
The film boasts a diverse and talented cast:
- Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate Cooper
- Glen Powell as Tyler Owens
- Anthony Ramos as Javi
- Maura Tierney
- Sasha Lane
- Kiernan Shipka
- David Corenswet
- Nik Dodani
- Tunde Adebimpe
- Katy O’Brian
- Brandon Perea
- Daryl McCormack
- Paul Scheer
Production and Filming
With an estimated budget of $200 million, principal photography for “Twisters” began in Oklahoma City in May 2023. Filming locations included various sites around Oklahoma, such as Chickasha, Okarche, and El Reno. Production was temporarily halted due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike but resumed in November 2023, wrapping up the following month (Wikipedia).
Music
The film’s score is composed by Benjamin Wallfisch, known for his work on “Blade Runner 2049” and “It.” The soundtrack will feature songs by country artists like Luke Combs and Miranda Lambert, with the lead single “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma” already released (Wikipedia).
Release
“Twisters” is set to be released in theaters nationwide on July 19, 2024, and distributed by Universal Pictures in the U.S. and Warner Bros. Pictures internationally (Universal Pictures).
Conclusion
“Twisters” aims to capture the awe and danger of tornadoes while delivering a fresh and exciting narrative. With a strong cast, an experienced director, and high production values, it is poised to be one of the major cinematic events of 2024. For more details, you can visit the official movie site.
