The screenwriter of the new episode, Mark L.
Unexpectedly, ‘Twisters’ screenwriter Mark L. Smith has confirmed that the long-awaited ‘Twister’ sequel will have nothing to do with the original film. This revelation, which came out in a recent interview with Collider, puts to rest doubts and rumors about the connection between the two films.
‘Twisters’, written by Mark L Smith (of ‘The Boys in the Boat’ fame) and directed by Lee Isaac Chung (‘Minari’), promises to be a unique cinematic experience that sets itself apart from its predecessor. Slated for a July 2024 release, the film stars Glenn Powell, Kiernan Shipka, Maura Tierney, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Katie M. It features an all-star cast including O’Brien, David Cornswett, Sasha Lane and Anthony Ramos. Its main classification is as a thriller, but it also covers genres like action and adventure.
The birth of the ‘Twisters’
The idea came from a collaboration between Smith and original director Joe Kosinski. After pitching the idea to Steven Spielberg and Frank Marshall, who executive produced the first film, the project got the green light. Although Kosinski bowed out due to scheduling conflicts, Chung took the reins, bringing her unique vision to the story.
Smith confirmed that ‘Twisters’ will feature an original story and will not be a direct sequel to ‘Twister’. Denying the rumours, he confirmed that the new film’s protagonist will not be the daughter of the character played by Bill Paxton and Helen Hunt. The film seeks to capture the essence of ‘Twister’, which is considered an icon in the genre, but from a new and refreshed perspective.
In the year Released in 1996, ‘Twister’ was a phenomenon in natural disaster cinema, famous for portraying tornadoes as life-like creatures. This influence continues in popular culture, and the original film can currently be enjoyed on streaming platforms such as Hulu.
With the advent of ‘Twisters’, a new chapter opens in the history of disaster cinema. Although different from ‘Twister’, the new installment promises strong emotions, memorable characters and a fast-paced adventure, all under the direction of Chung, who works in a different genre than his previous works. Anticipation builds as fans wait to see how this new film stands up to the legacy of the previous one.
Movies of the 90s and their fascination with climate events
In the year The 1990s saw a huge boom in natural disaster cinema, with ‘Twister’ being an icon of this genre. This trend reflected a fascination with the unpredictable forces of nature that resonated deeply with audiences at the time.
‘Dante’s Peak’ (1997) and ‘Volcano’ (1997): The Threat of Volcanoes
In 1997, the cinema focused on volcanoes. ‘Dante’s Peak’ starring Pierce Brosnan and Linda Hamilton and ‘Volcano’ with Tommy Lee Jones showed the destructive power of volcanic eruptions. Both films, despite their different approaches, capture the tension and human drama in the face of uncontrollable dangers, a theme that ‘Twister’ successfully explores.
‘Deep Impact’ (1998) and ‘Armageddon’ (1998): Terror from Outer Space
1998 was the year of the asteroid. Released a few months apart, ‘Deep Impact’ and ‘Armageddon’ raised the stakes to a global level. These films, like ‘Twister’, combine special effects with personal stories of survival and heroism.
These films are not only popular at the box office, but also have an impact on popular culture and how the public perceives natural disasters. ‘Twister’ and its 90s era paved the way for the genre that is popular today, showing the timeless theme of man’s struggle against the forces of nature.