Review:
Poseidon Adventure (1972)
overall review score: 4.3
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The Poseidon Adventure (1972) is a classic disaster film directed by Ronald Neame. It follows the story of a group of passengers aboard a luxury ocean liner that capsizes after being hit by a rogue wave, forcing them to navigate through the upside-down ship in order to reach safety.
Key Features
- Disaster film genre
- Survival story
- Ensemble cast
- Dramatic tension
- Special effects
Pros
- Engaging storyline
- Strong performances from the ensemble cast
- Memorable special effects for its time
Cons
- Some dated elements in terms of special effects
- Certain characters may come off as cliched