Eruption LA (2018) Movie Review

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Eruption LA – Movie Review

ABC Film Challenge – Disaster Movies – E

Director: Sean Cain

Writer: Sean Cain (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Matthew Atkinson (The Bold and the Beautiful)
  • Lexi Johnson (The Nice Guys)
  • Eric Etebari (The Lincoln Lawyer)
  • Amy Paffrath (The Purge Anarchy)
  • Harry Van Gorkum (Mortal Instruments)

Storyline: With the ground beneath Los Angeles residents unexpectedly giving way, and a towering wave of molten lava on the verge of eruption, a passionate geologist and an aspiring actress in disaster films find themselves in a race against time to prevent a dreadful prophecy from becoming reality. Will the city’s mayor take swift action before it’s too late?

Runtime: 1 Hour 26 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Story: The story unfolds as screenwriter Josh (Atkinson) teams up with esteemed geologist Professor Irwin (Van Gorkum). Known for his expertise, the producers decide to base the film’s protagonist on him. But then, an extraordinary geological occurrence shakes up Los Angeles.

In the new development, actress Kat Rivers (Johnson) becomes part of the team. Together, they urgently search for an answer as the city begins to deteriorate, with a catastrophic explosion imminent. Only Josh, Kat, and Irwin are aware of the solution needed to prevent disaster.

Verdict on Eruption LA

In the heart-pounding action-thriller, “Eruption LA,” the Mayor of Los Angeles is thrust into a race against time to find a suitable response after a sudden geological occurrence. Faced with uncertainty, he relies on his team of experts for guidance. However, each scientist offers a distinct solution, and it’s unclear which one will ultimately save the city from destruction.

In this film, we encounter an epic disaster tale with a thought-provoking premise aimed at mitigating the main catastrophe. Los Angeles provides an intriguing backdrop for such a movie, given its dense population that adds complexity to the chaos depicted in disaster movies, much like it did in Volcano. This plotline also highlights the tenacity of scientists as they grapple with the situation. While it may not be the best disaster movie you’ll ever watch, it definitely isn’t the worst – offering an enjoyable experience for viewers while effectively conveying the turmoil ensuing from the events unfolding. The narrative aims to capture the essence behind everything that transpires, creating a chaotic atmosphere necessary for such a story.

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Final Thoughts – Eruption LA is a big, fun and entertaining late-night disaster movie.

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2025-07-05 14:37