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When an asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA honcho Dan Truman determines the only way to stop it is to drill into its surface and detonate a nuclear bomb. This leads him to renowned driller Harry Stamper, who agrees to helm the dangerous space mission provided he can bring along his own hotshot crew. Among them is the cocksure A.J. who Harry thinks isn't good enough for his daughter, until the mission proves otherwise.
When an asteroid the size of Texas is on a collision course with Earth, NASA enlists a team of deep-core drillers to travel to the asteroid and detonate a nuclear bomb to destroy it. The ragtag crew, led by oil-drilling expert Harry Stamper, must race against time and overcome personal issues to save humanity from extinction.
Armageddon was a massive commercial success but received largely negative reviews from critics, who criticized its over-the-top action, scientific inaccuracies, and convoluted plot. Despite the critical backlash, audiences enjoyed the film's spectacle and emotional stakes, making it a beloved disaster movie for many.
Praised for its thrilling action sequences and a sense of grand spectacle.
Widely criticized for its implausible plot and scientific inaccuracies.
The emotional performances of the cast, particularly Bruce Willis, were noted.
The film's patriotism and do-or-die heroism resonated with many viewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's excitement and emotional impact, with many appreciating the dramatic heroism and the satisfying conclusion. Some viewers found the scientific plot holes distracting, but the overall entertainment value and visual effects were frequently praised.
Nominated for four Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture. It won for Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel.
The asteroid in the film, 'Bigger Than Texas,' is officially designated '1998 DY1' in real life and was named as a nod to the movie.
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Armageddon might not be a science lesson, but man, is it a good time! Bruce Willis leads a team of misfit oil drillers sent to save Earth from a giant asteroid, and yeah, almost none of it is scientifically accurate, but honestly, who cares...
**_First, there was "2001: A Space Odyssey," and then..._** ..."Armageddon." Lol, okay maybe it suffers from too much modern blockbuster syndrome, but I couldn't help thinking that 1998's "Armageddon" was the 1990's "2001: A Space Ody...
Another end of the world movie. Not really action more drama then anything. It's an unlikely team that saves the world.
Directed by Michael Bay, co-written by J.J. Abrams and starring Bruce Willis just being Bruce Willis while he saves the world from a giant asteroid with a proper bunch of misfits and some oil drilling equipment. I'm in!
**Armageddon might not be as good as I think, but it’s definitely not as bad as many say.** I know I’m an extreme to love this movie as much as I do, but I can’t help it! I know it’s filled with scientific inaccuracies (I’m ok with that....
This starts off quite entertaingly as "Stamper" (Bruce Willis) discovers that his daughter "Grace" (Liv Tyler) has been having a romance with one of his employees "AJ" (Ben Affleck) and so chases him around a drilling establishment taking p...
Good watch, might watch again, and can recommend. This has a great premise and stacked cast which is incredibly well balanced not only between the "diggers", but the control crew and the astronauts as well. While they take that opportun...
It's Bayhem time again. An asteroid the size of Texas is heading towards Earth, the consequence if it hits is a global killer, the end of mankind. In spite of the billions invested in the space programme, NASA has no answers other than t...
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