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Written January 14, 2013
intense! you'll need kleenex

by moyercori

knew it would be intense but wow! it's just emotional...especially the kids who were great. you know 'the story'. tsunami comes and leaves destruction in it's wake. reminds you how small we are in relation to the earthly forces. special effects/set were amazing. cant figure out how they did all that water creation. you feel like you're on the journey with them. defintiely go see it
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Written January 13, 2013
Bring a box of tissue!!

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Its heart wrenching but a must see...Its to often that we take life, family, and our love for one another for granted - Its not till we lose someone do you realize the importance of our bonds this family showed the power of love, determination and courage ... What a true blessing to see ...
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Written December 25, 2012
real deal

by godstevies

The ultimate survival. A truly miraculous recovery from the depths of oblivion. The most inspiring true life story to the silver screen that could possibly be.
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Written January 30, 2013
B-

by RUSHHMAN

The first 30 minutes were mind-blowing as the Tsunami, and the ensuing events, were shot impeccably. Unfortunately, I found the rest of the movie ho-hum. Ok acting all around and some harrowing moments throughout, but couldn't match the first act. Worth seeing for the cinematography.
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Written January 13, 2013
Powerful gut wrenching film

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Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts delivered superb performances supported by a great cast. The special effects are very dramatic, causing many in the theater to jump or spill drinks on others. Once again, my apologies to the crusty curmudgeon next to me who apparently did not like Powerade on his trousers. But, perhaps you should not have spilled your nacho cheese onto my jeans. Special note- Tom Holland stole the show as Lucas, their rebellious teenager who came of age during the tsunami, thinking more of others than of himself. A must see film!
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Written January 13, 2013
As real as it gets...

by mavram

This movie is extremely well made. You actually feel/believe that you are there with this family and go through all the horrifying experiences they went through. You can feel yourself experiencing the terror of that Tsunami. It is gut retching at times.
The cast is superb and do the experience justice. This is a must see... you will plead with a higher power to never ever be near anything like this when you are done watching this movie. Very much Oscar worthy.
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Written January 6, 2013
Totally engrossing

by cgraubard

More graphic than I imagined .... But also fantastic. The visual imagery is amazing, as is the acting -- esp. Naomi Watts. Also loved the actor who plays the oldest son. He matures right before your eyes. Stunning and moving and gripping.
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Written February 3, 2013
The Impossible

by TONYMOPAR

ive never posted prior, but felt compelled to join just to try and warn others.

it was horrible. it was the most long dragged out borefest that i have ever seen. it was a challenge sitting through the whole movie waiting for it to get interesting. we were ready to leave many times throughout the movie but didnt, i wish we had.

the storyline was there, but just got dragged on, and on and on and on and on, get it?

the length could have been cut in half and it still may have been too long. bad bad bad. you will lose an hour and 40 minutes of your life if you go to see this movie.
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Written January 22, 2013
If you thought hurricane Sandy was bad, wait until you see what a tsunami can do.

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Based on a true story of a family separated from each other when the Tsunami hit their beach resort in Thailand and how they miraculously got back together. Bring a box ot tissues..
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Written February 9, 2013
Family time

by reyandaph

I was touched deep inside. Every family has sibling rivalry. And everyone wants a nice vacation on the beach. When the Tsunami hit, the whole family was separated, this is a very emotional journey of them finding one another and helping others in a disaster. PG13 one spot of moms breast, and another of a mans behind, because all they had were the clothes on their back and some were ripped off from the water. I think 10 and older would be all right. No sex, no violence, just reality of a tsunami. They do show body bags, and bodies. but keep in mind it's a movie and that's a replica. Go see it with your family.
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Written January 6, 2013
Heart-wrenching movie - triumph of the human spirit!

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Terrific movie - the subject was handled in a respectful and humane manner in dedication to the thousands of lives lost during the Indonesian tsunami.

It was great to see so many survivors pulling together to help others, and the ending was touching. Good movie, but be ready to cry a lot
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Written January 5, 2013
Excellent Movie

by indjeff

Very exciting from the beginning to the end. A true but slightly altered story. A couple of scenes you might need to turn your head. But I really enjoyed this movie. Excellent acting and wonderful cinematogrphy.
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Written January 11, 2013
Upside Down Bell Curve?

by edfinn

This movie exists as an upside down bell curve on the SAD/HAPPY scale.

That is, in most good films, most of the time is spent somewhere near the middle, with frequent excursions into really sad or really happy territory. "The Impossible" reverses this, spending the large majority of time swooping between great joy and sadness, with scant time spent lingering anywhere near the non-emotional, neutral area in the middle.

Hope this made sense. This is a great film. A must see. Everything about it is compelling and brilliantly crafted. (See it on the big screen for full emotional wallop.)
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Written February 14, 2013
Amazing special effects!

by lghaimowitz

Amazing story, but bring your tissues. My husband and I left the movie emotionally exhausted. The special effects are amazing. I was bracing myself for the tsunami. Very well
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Written January 19, 2013
The Impossible

by Philm_Guy

J.A. Bayona directed one of my favorite horror movies of recent years, The Orphanage, and being unaware this was his film, I was a bit surprised to see his name scroll in the director credit for this true story tsunami drama. His melodramatic approach here is typical of disaster films and though it's better than most in that grain, it ultimately felt too tidy for my taste. I liked Ewan McGregor's performance as much as Naomi Watts' but wouldn't say either was exceedingly deserving of an acting nomination. Oh and what's with the subtle yet pointed anti-Americanism? I get that most of the world has a general dislike for the U.S. but what is its relevance to this tragic situation? Was there heavy criticism for our relief efforts with this particular disaster of which I was (blissfully) unaware? 3.25 stars (out of 5)
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