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You Won’t Believe Why ‘Geostorm’ Deserves a Second Chance on Netflix

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Since his breakthrough performance as King Leonidas in Zack Snyder’s movie 300, Gerard Butler has firmly established himself as one of Hollywood’s top action stars with guaranteed box office success. This reputation was built on a series of critically acclaimed and highly successful action films. With movies such as the Olympus Has Fallen trilogy, Law Abiding Citizen, and his recent fame from the Den of Thieves series, Butler continues to maintain his popularity.

Even though he was well-known for his hard-edged demeanor and triumphant career as an action hero, he also explored other film genres. When it was time for him to venture into a sci-fi disaster movie, people didn’t anticipate anything groundbreaking. In 2017, the movie Geostorm, in which Butler took on a new role, was released. Unfortunately, it failed to recoup its investment at the box office, and its critical reception never approached success.

With just 18% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, many viewers didn’t care for it. Yet, given its ongoing popularity on Netflix, maybe it’s worth reconsidering and giving it another watch.

Why Was ‘Geostorm’ So Heavily Criticized in the First Place?

The majority of criticisms towards the movie were due to its numerous scientific errors, combined with a fluctuating narrative and excessive use of computer-generated imagery. As a result, it received widespread criticism, as exemplified by Peter Sobczynski’s review for Roger Ebert, reflecting the overall sentiment among critics.

Despite its absurd premise and substantial budget, ‘Geostorm’ fails to leave a lasting impression. So forgettable is this film that it starts slipping from your mind in the parking lot, and by the time you reach home, it has vanished completely from your memory.

From a film enthusiast’s perspective, the movie tackling global warming and climate change was expected to shine brightly, given its sensitive topic. However, the approach taken to raise awareness about this pressing matter didn’t resonate well with viewers. Overall, the movie was criticized for leaning too heavily on its theme of planetary disaster without adequately portraying this critical concept visually. As a subject that stirs global passion and calls for immediate change, environmental issues demand careful handling when presented in cinematic form.

Despite the severity of the topics portrayed, some argue that the film was unfairly criticized because it was generally well-meaning. In truth, it brought attention to these issues, which is a significant achievement. Compared to other disaster films focusing on extraterrestrial invasions or cosmic threats such as massive asteroids, this one uniquely addressed climate change as its central theme.

‘Geostorm’ Features Plenty of High-Octane Disaster Sequences

One aspect of the movie Geostorm that could have received more recognition was the impressive visuals of its disaster sequences. The scenes in space, particularly on the International Climate Space Station (ICSS), were skillfully executed, especially during the climactic moments. It was almost poetic how these space scenes highlighted both the desolation and vulnerability of our planet when viewed from such a perspective, yet also emphasized its stunning beauty – even amidst the looming threat of global destruction.

In terms of rephrasing: The visuals, whether they were the awe-inspiring sequences set in space or the nerve-wracking ones depicting massive natural disasters, offered numerous grand-scale suspenseful moments to savor. Simply as a visual experience, these scenes were frequently stunning. Although an overabundance of CGI was a concern, what other methods would be feasible for portraying such scenes in the current technological age?

A Decent Subplot Even if It’s Far From Perfect

It’s worth noting that numerous critics disliked the movie’s subplot, finding it rather amusing, but not impressive. Nevertheless, the underlying conspiracy theme wasn’t entirely off base, considering our current post-truth era. Regardless of your stance on the climate debate, conspiracies are a significant aspect of the narrative nowadays. In this light, Geostorm essentially depicted a world where a huge conspiracy and climate disaster themes intersect.

‘Geostorm’ Has a Very Underrated Cast

Speaking about Geostorm, it had one strong point that could have appealed to viewers across the spectrum – an impressive cast! Admittedly, Gerard Butler may not convincingly play a satellite engineer or a brainy character as effectively as he does an action hero. The attempt to blend these roles for him is quite amusing. Nevertheless, with a large fan base, Butler adds a certain charismatic appeal to any character he portrays.

Despite some potential flaws, the movie Geostorm boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Abbie Cornish, Jim Sturgess, Ed Harris, Andy Garcia, and Zazie Beetz among others. These actors, along with the rest of the cast, have worked hard to make it as watchable as possible. Whether you’re a fan or not, I’d recommend giving Geostorm a try. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but it offers plenty of entertainment value and makes for an enjoyable movie night at home. By the way, Geostorm is now available on Netflix.

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2025-04-20 03:25

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