Earthquake

Earthquake

When the big one finally hits L.A.

Directed by Mark Robson

Produced by Universal Pictures, The Filmakers Group

1974123 min6.1 / 10

A high-energy disaster spectacle centered on survival and destruction, where interconnected characters face catastrophic natural forces with sustained tension and visceral peril.

Various interconnected people struggle to survive when an earthquake of unimaginable magnitude hits Los Angeles, California.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Earthquake scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.

  • Is Earthquake violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.

  • Is Earthquake easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Does Earthquake end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.

  • Is Earthquake sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

You have seen this shape before.

Rarity65

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise37

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love25

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Earthquake

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Earthquake

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Earthquake, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Earthquake, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Earthquake, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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