Geostorm

Synopsis

In the futuristic world of 'Geostorm', where climate-controlling satellites malfunction, causing a series of catastrophic natural disasters, scientist Jake Lawson, played by Gerard Butler, is tasked with preventing a global geostorm that could wipe out everything on Earth. As Lawson embarks on a mission to fix the malfunctioning satellite system, he uncovers a sinister conspiracy that threatens the entire world. With time running out and the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, Jake must race against the clock to stop the geostorm before it's too late.

Cast

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  Gerard Butler

  Jake Lawson

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  Alexandra Maria Lara

  Ute Fassbinder

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  Jim Sturgess

  Max Lawson

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  Abbie Cornish

  U.S. Secret Service Agent Sarah Wilson

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  Ed Harris

  U.S. Secretary of State Leonard Dekkom

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  Andy García

  U.S. President Andrew Palma

Reviews

Despite its innovative concept, 'Geostorm' fails to deliver a compelling narrative, falling short in character development and lacking emotional depth. Critics have pointed out the film's reliance on visual effects over storytelling, resulting in a predictable and formulaic plot. Rotten Tomatoes gave 'Geostorm' a disappointing 18% rating, with the consensus being that it's a derivative disaster movie that fails to bring anything new to the genre. Metacritic similarly panned the film, giving it a low score of 21/100, citing its weak script and uninspired direction. While some viewers may appreciate the film's action sequences and special effects, overall, 'Geostorm' struggles to leave a lasting impression. IMDb users rated the movie 5.3/10, highlighting its shortcomings in execution and overall impact.