Flood
Flood

Flood

2019Movie12 minEnglish

A queer teenage boy takes his little sister on an adventure through the city for her birthday, but their celebration comes at a cost.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Anthony WonkeGenres: Documentary, Disaster

Plot Summary

This documentary uses CGI and expert interviews to illustrate the devastating potential of catastrophic floods. It explores the science behind massive tsunamis and biblical-scale deluges, presenting scenarios of what could happen if major dams failed or if a massive asteroid impacted the ocean. The film aims to highlight the vulnerability of human civilization to such natural disasters.

Critical Reception

Flood received moderate attention, largely as an educational and speculative documentary. Critics often praised its visual effects and the authoritative narration by David Attenborough, acknowledging its effectiveness in visualizing potential catastrophic events. However, some found the speculative nature to be more sensational than informative, and the lack of new primary research was noted. Audience reception was generally positive for its visual spectacle and cautionary message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning CGI and Attenborough's narration.
  • Seen as an effective visualization of potential catastrophic flood events.
  • Some critics found the speculative elements overly sensational.

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The film heavily relies on computer-generated imagery to depict flood scenarios, including the potential impact of a mega-tsunami.

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