Twisters’ official rating features more intense warnings than the original 1996 film

The continuation of the legacy of 1996 Tornado, Twists, has obtained its official rating, and it promises more intense disaster sequences. The original cult classic followed a chain outbreak of violent dust storms and tornadoes in Oklahoma, as well as the operation of a team of storm chasers deploying search devices. Twists follows a new team of storm chasers. While star Glen Powell confirmed that no actors from the original would be returning, Daisy Edgar-Jones’ character, Kate, is rumored to be the daughter of Helen Hunt’s Jo.

Movie rankings revealed the note of Twists, and this suggests that the new film will feature more intense sequences of destruction. The original film, also rated PG-13, was rated as such for “intense depictions of bad weather“Its follow-up is rated PG-13 for “intense action and peril, some images of language and injuries.“

Can Twisters top the original?

Twisters has many factors working in its favor

The original Tornado has achieved cult status over the years, so the 2024 Legacy sequel will have big shoes to fill. The first film earned mediocre reviews but grossed nearly $500 million at the box office. Later, during the awards season, the film received Academy Award nominations for Best Visual Effects and Best Sound. While Tornado I didn’t win these prizes, its VFX have aged well over the years. That and his excellent performances contributed greatly to the film‘s long-standing success.

Twists it looks like he’s gearing up for the same success. With two trailers already, viewers were able to get a good look at the upcoming disaster film and its talented actors, and they promise more chaos and destruction, with convincing visual effects. It’s this latter point that generally dictates the potential of a disaster movie, and trailers Twists don’t disappoint on this front. The description of the PG-13 rating further suggests that the stakes will be higher this time around, which could lead to increased interest in seeing the film in theaters.

What is also promising is the arrival of stars like Powell and Edgar-Jones. The cast includes a whole new roster of characterswhich includes new talents like In the heights Anthony Ramos and NoIt is Brandon Perea. Powell is best known for his performances in Set it up, Top Gun: Maverick, And Anyone but youwhile Edgar-Jones is best known for her revered performance in Normal people. We hope this colorful cast of characters and the performers behind them lead Twists to critical and box office success.

Source: Movie rankings

Twists

A sequel to the original 1996 Twister film, Twisters is a sequel set years after the original, reportedly fast-tracked by Steven Spielberg and Mark L. Smith, with Frank Marshal as producer. There are few details about the film, but Helen Hunt is expected to reprise her role as Jo, with the film likely paying homage to the late Bill Paxton.

Director

Lee Isaac Chung

Release date

July 19, 2024

Studio(s)

Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, The Kennedy/Marshall Company

Distributor(s)

Universal Pictures, Warner Bros.

Writers

Mark L. Smith

Cast

Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea, Daryl McCormack

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