Deep Impact

Deep Impact is a 1998 disaster film directed by Mimi Leder starring Robert Duvall. The story follows a comet on a collision course with Earth, and humanity's frantic effort to prevent its cataclysmic impact. With time running out, a team of astronauts led by a seasoned veteran sets out on a dangerous mission to destroy the comet before it's too late. As chaos ensues on Earth, families and authorities scramble to find a way to survive the impending disaster. Deep Impact explores themes of sacrifice, bravery, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of imminent doom.

Deep Impact garnered mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its realistic portrayal of a global catastrophe and others criticizing its melodramatic tone. Roger Ebert gave the film 3 out of 4 stars, commending its visual effects and emotional resonance. Rotten Tomatoes' consensus states, 'Deep Impact struggles to maintain an emotional core amidst the spectacle,' resulting in a 45% rating. IMDb users rated the film 6.2 out of 10, praising its suspenseful plot and ensemble cast but faulting its cliched storytelling. Metacritic assigned a score of 40 out of 100, indicating mixed to average reviews. While Deep Impact may not have achieved universal acclaim, it remains a compelling entry in the disaster movie genre.