
The Twister: Caught in the Storm
Directed by Alexandra Lacey
Produced by RAW
A harrowing, empathetic documentary that uses visceral storm footage and personal testimony to confront the destructive power of nature and human vulnerability.
In May 2011, a massive tornado ripped through Joplin, Missouri. With pulse-pounding firsthand footage, this documentary goes inside a deadly twister.
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Questions people ask
Is The Twister: Caught in the Storm sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is The Twister: Caught in the Storm scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is The Twister: Caught in the Storm violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is The Twister: Caught in the Storm easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Does The Twister: Caught in the Storm end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like The Twister: Caught in the Storm
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Twister: Caught in the Storm
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Twister: Caught in the Storm, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Twister: Caught in the Storm, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Twister: Caught in the Storm, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


















































