Geostorm (2017)
Geostorm (2017)
Directed by: Dean Devlin
Starring: Gerard Butler, Jim Sturgess, Abbie Cornish, Alexandra Maria Lara, Ed Harris, Andy García
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Disaster
Runtime: 109 minutes
Overview
Geostorm is set in a near future where an advanced satellite system, Dutch Boy, controls Earth’s climate to prevent natural disasters. When the system malfunctions and triggers catastrophic weather events across the globe, Jake Lawson (Gerard Butler), the system’s original designer, must travel to space to uncover a conspiracy and stop a looming global geostorm that could wipe out humanity.
Highlights
Gerard Butler: Balances heroism with emotional stakes as a scientist forced back into action.
Disaster Sequences: Features large-scale destruction including tidal waves, frozen cities, and massive storms.
Conspiracy Thriller Element: Blends political sabotage with sci-fi disaster spectacle.
Visual Effects: Delivers grand, CGI-driven disaster moments on a global scale.
Most Memorable Moments
The sudden ice storm freezing an entire city in minutes.
Massive tidal waves engulfing coastal areas.
Jake’s race against time aboard the space station to stop the chain reaction.
The climactic space escape as the system collapses.
Fan Reactions“A fun, over-the-top disaster movie with big visuals.”
“Gerard Butler brings heart and grit to a CGI-heavy blockbuster.”
“The mix of conspiracy and disaster keeps it entertaining despite clichés.”
Final VerdictGeostorm is a spectacle-driven disaster thriller that combines sci-fi action with political intrigue. While the story is familiar and heavy on CGI, its large-scale destruction and Gerard Butler’s performance make it an entertaining popcorn movie.
Rating: 5.5/10
