Geostorm (2017)
Geostorm (2017)
Directed by: Dean Devlin
Starring: Gerard Butler, Jim Sturgess, Abbie Cornish, Ed Harris, Andy García
Genre: Science Fiction / Disaster / Action
Runtime: 109 minutes
Overview
Geostorm takes place in a near future where a network of satellites controls the world’s weather to prevent natural disasters. When the system malfunctions and begins creating catastrophic “geostorms” — deadly weather events across the globe — the system’s original architect, Jake Lawson (Gerard Butler), is called back to space to uncover a conspiracy before the entire planet is destroyed.
As storms devastate cities and political tension rises on Earth, Jake and his brother Max (Jim Sturgess) must stop the sabotage before humanity faces extinction.
HighlightsGerard Butler delivers a rugged, determined performance typical of his action-hero roles.
The visual effects are spectacular, featuring city-freezing storms, tidal waves, and lightning tornados on a global scale.
The movie combines sci-fi intrigue, political conspiracy, and family drama, keeping the pace brisk and tension high.
Composer Lorne Balfe’s score enhances the apocalyptic urgency and emotional beats.
ThemesHumanity’s overreliance on technology
The balance between control and chaos
Brotherhood and redemption amid global disaster
VerdictGeostorm is a visually stunning but familiar disaster thriller, packed with over-the-top action and CGI destruction. While its plot follows predictable beats, the spectacle and Gerard Butler’s commanding presence make it an entertaining, high-stakes popcorn movie.
Rating: 6.5/10
