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The Poseidon Rushes to Help
About young graduates of the maritime academy and their first voyage at sea. About the difficult test of professional and human endurance that had to be endured by both the crew of the trawler "Kaira," which suffered a disaster during a storm, and the crew of the rescue ship Poseidon under the command of Captain Chigrinov, where the film's hero, Slavka Chigrinov, served, demonstrating resourcefulness, courage, and bravery in times of danger.
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Plot Summary
On New Year's Eve, a luxury liner, the SS Poseidon, is capsized by a massive rogue wave. A small group of survivors, led by a determined minister, must navigate the perilous, upside-down ship to reach the engine room and escape before the vessel is completely submerged.
Critical Reception
The Poseidon Adventure was a critical and commercial success, praised for its thrilling disaster sequences, strong performances, and suspenseful narrative. It is considered a classic of the disaster film genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful build-up and harrowing special effects.
The film effectively captures the terror and desperation of survival.
Features strong performances from its ensemble cast, particularly Gene Hackman.
Google audience: Audiences loved the high-stakes survival drama and the groundbreaking special effects for its time. Many found the film to be a thrilling and engaging experience, with particular appreciation for the performances.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actor (Red Buttons) and Best Original Song. Won one Oscar for Best Original Song ('The Morning After').
Fun Fact
The iconic scene where the survivors climb through a ventilation shaft was filmed using a large, rotating set that weighed over 20 tons.
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