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Greenland Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 119 minutes Studio: STXfilms Franchise: Greenland Franchise Position: 1 A desperate family races through social collapse and cosmic disaster in search of one last shelter from extinction. Ratings: My Rating: 6.9/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 6.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 78% Metacritic: 64/100 TMDb: 7.1/10 Plot Summary: Structural engineer John Garrity, his estranged wife Allison, and their young diabetic son Nathan are selected for emergency shelter after fragments of a comet begin striking Earth. What first appears to be a spectacular celestial event becomes an extinction-level crisis. As panic spreads, the family is separated, betrayed, and forced to cross dangerous territory while trying to reach evacuation flights rumored to be headed for bunkers in Greenland. Critics Review: Critics generally found Greenland stronger than the average disaster thriller because it focuses less on spectacle and more on the human scale of catastrophe. Reviews praise...

Greenland 2: Migration Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 98 minutes Studio: Lionsgate Franchise: Greenland Franchise Position: 2 After surviving the end of the world, the Garrity family must leave shelter behind and cross a broken planet in search of a future. Ratings: My Rating: 5.6/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: N/A Rotten Tomatoes: 49% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: N/A Plot Summary: Five years after the Clarke comet devastated Earth, John, Allison, and Nathan Garrity leave the safety of their Greenland bunker and travel through a shattered world looking for a new home. Their journey takes them across dangerous, unstable territory where survival depends on family unity, courage, and trust. Critics Review: Critics were mixed to negative. Some praised the sequel’s family-centered survival story and Gerard Butler’s grounded performance, while others felt it repeated the structure of the first film with less emotional impact. Reviews commonly noted that the movie leans heavily on post-apocalyptic ac...

The Core Runtime: 135 minutes Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A “The only way to save Earth is to go to the center of it.” Ratings: My Rating: 6.0 / 10 (average of IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 41%, Metacritic 48, TMDb 6.0) The Dove Foundation: Not Rated (contains mild profanity and peril; not recommended for children) IMDb: 5.5 / 10 Rotten Tomatoes: 41% Metacritic: 48 / 100 TMDb: 6.0 / 10 Plot Summary: When the Earth’s core mysteriously stops rotating, the planet’s electromagnetic field begins to collapse, triggering catastrophic global disasters. Geophysicist Dr. Josh Keyes (Aaron Eckhart) and project leader Dr. Conrad Zimsky (Stanley Tucci) are recruited by the U.S. government to lead an unprecedented mission: travel to the Earth’s center in a specially designed vessel, Virgil, and restart the core using nuclear detonations. Joined by a diverse team—including pilot Major Rebecca “Beck” Childs (Hilary Swank), engineer Ed Braz (Delroy Lindo), and hac...

The Poseidon Adventure Runtime: 174 minutes Studio: NBC / Lions Gate Television Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Poseidon Adventure Franchise Position: 4 of 4 A television remake of the 1972 classic, this miniseries follows a group of passengers on the capsized Poseidon. The story updates characters and subplots, focusing on survival, human drama, and heroism as they navigate the overturned luxury liner. Ratings: My Rating: ~5.0/10 The Dove Foundation: Not listed IMDb: 5.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes: Not listed Metacritic: Not listed TMDb: 5.3/10 Plot Summary: The luxury ocean liner Poseidon encounters a massive rogue wave on New Year’s Eve, flipping the ship upside down. Passengers include updated versions of the original characters, with additional subplots involving political intrigue, romantic tension, and family dynamics. Led by heroic figures, the survivors must navigate debris-filled corridors, rising water, and life-threatening hazards to escape before the ship sinks entirel...

Poseidon Runtime: 98 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures / Virtual Studios / Irwin Allen Productions Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Poseidon Adventure Franchise Position: 3 of 4 On New Year's Eve, the luxury ocean liner Poseidon is capsized by a massive rogue wave. A group of survivors must navigate the inverted ship to find a way to escape before it sinks. Ratings: My Rating: ~5.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not listed IMDb: 6.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 42% critics, 45% audience Metacritic: 42/100 TMDb: 5.9/10 Plot Summary: The RMS Poseidon, a luxury ocean liner, is making a transatlantic crossing. Former New York City Mayor and FDNY firefighter Robert Ramsey (Kurt Russell) is traveling with his daughter Jennifer (Emmy Rossum) and her boyfriend Christian (Mike Vogel) to New York, soon to be engaged. Other passengers include Dylan Johns (Josh Lucas), a gambler and loner, and Maggie (Jacinda Barrett), a single mother. As the ship celebrates New Year's Eve, a massive rogue ...

Beyond the Poseidon Adventure Runtime: 114 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. / Irwin Allen Productions Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Poseidon Adventure Franchise Position: 2 of 4 A tugboat captain and his crew return to the capsized S.S. Poseidon to salvage treasure, only to encounter a team of mercenaries seeking to recover a dangerous cargo of plutonium. Ratings: My Rating: ~4.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not listed IMDb: 4.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 0% critics Metacritic: 22/100 TMDb: 4.9/10 Plot Summary: Following the events of the original Poseidon Adventure, the S.S. Poseidon remains afloat. Tugboat captain Mike Turner (Michael Caine), accompanied by his second mate Wilbur (Karl Malden) and passenger Celeste Whitman (Sally Field), boards the ship to claim salvage rights. They are joined by Dr. Stefan Svevo (Telly Savalas) and his crew, who claim to be medical personnel. However, Svevo's true intent is to recover a shipment of plutonium. As they navigate the perilous ship, th...

The Poseidon Adventure Runtime: 117 minutes Studio: Twentieth Century-Fox / Kent Productions, Ltd. (Irwin Allen Productions) Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Poseidon Adventure Franchise Position: 1 of 4 A luxury ocean liner capsizes on New Year’s Day due to a towering wave, and a courageous preacher leads a small group of survivors through the perilous inverted vessel in a desperate bid to escape. Ratings: My Rating: ~7.25/10 IMDb: 7.1/10  Rotten Tomatoes (Critics average): 7.1/10  Metacritic (converted): 7.0/10  (TMDb not available) The Dove Foundation: Not found on Dove site (Dove refers to the 2006 Poseidon, not this 1972 film)  Rotten Tomatoes (Tomatometer): 81% critics, 76% audience  Metacritic: 70/100  Plot Summary: The aging SS Poseidon is on its final cruise from New York to Athens when a massive wave flips it upside down. Trapped inside, a group of passengers—led by Rev. Frank Scott (Gene Hackman)—must navigate through the inverted corr...

Armageddon Studio: Touchstone Pictures Franchise: standalone Franchise position: N/A Release date: July 1, 1998 Runtime: 151 min Tagline: Only the good die young. Plot summary Armageddon tells the story of a massive asteroid hurtling toward Earth and the efforts of a team of oil drillers turned astronauts to prevent global catastrophe. Led by Harry Stamper, the crew undergoes intense training and launches into space to drill into the asteroid and plant a nuclear device to destroy it. The film combines high-stakes action, emotional character moments, and large-scale disaster sequences, emphasizing teamwork, sacrifice, and the human spirit in the face of existential threats. Critics review The film received mixed reviews. Critics praised its thrilling action sequences, special effects, and emotional resonance, but some criticized its implausible science and melodramatic elements. Despite this, Armageddon was commercially successful and remains a popular blockbuster example of late-1990s ...

Rampage Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures Franchise: Rampage Franchise Position: 1 Based on a video game: Rampage Release Date: April 13, 2018 Runtime: 107 minutes Tagline: Big Meets Bigger Ratings: Critics Ratings: My Rating: 5.8/10 Dove Foundation Rating: 3/5 IMDb Rating: 6.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 51% Metacritic Rating: 44% Plot Summary: In Rampage, primatologist Davis Okoye shares a close bond with George, an intelligent albino gorilla. When a genetic experiment goes wrong, George and other animals mutate into enormous, dangerous creatures. Okoye teams up with a geneticist to prevent the mutated animals from destroying Chicago while uncovering the corporation behind the experiment. The story highlights friendship, loyalty, and the struggle against greed and corruption. Critics Review: Critics praised the film’s action sequences, visual effects, and Dwayne Johnson's performance. However, some found the plot predictable and lacking depth. The movie delivers high-energy spectacle ...

The Andromeda Strain Runtime: 112 minutes Rating: PG Release Date: January 12, 1971 Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: "The Deadly Life from Outer Space!" Ratings My Rating: 7.8/10 Dove Foundation: 12+ IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 88% Metacritic: 75/100 Plot Summary A deadly extraterrestrial microorganism, Andromeda, is brought to Earth via a returning satellite, threatening to wipe out humanity. A team of scientists races against time to study the organism and prevent a catastrophic outbreak. The film combines medical thriller, science fiction, and suspense, exploring the dangers of science, human error, and the unknown. Critics Review The Andromeda Strain is praised for its realistic scientific approach, suspenseful storytelling, and atmospheric tension. Critics highlight its influence on later disaster and science fiction films, noting its blend of procedural accuracy with gripping narrative. Christian Perspective From a Christian ...

The Concorde... Airport '79 Runtime: 94 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Airport Franchise Position: 4 Tagline: “The race for the ultimate power... will cost them everything.” Trailer link Cast link:  Ratings My Rating: 6.5/10 Dove Foundation Rating : Family Approved  IMDb Rating : 4.8/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 0%  Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary The Concorde... Airport '79 follows the thrilling adventures aboard the supersonic Concorde jet, which becomes the target of sabotage by terrorists. As the plane races to complete a critical mission, the crew and passengers face life-threatening challenges. The film combines high-speed aerial action with suspense and the familiar ensemble drama that defines the Airport series. Critics Review Critics generally panned The Concorde... Airport '79 for its predictable plot, weak character development, and over-the-top special effects. It was considered the weakest installment in the franchise, lacking the tension...

Airport '77 Runtime: 116 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Airport Franchise Position: 3 Tagline: “The plane was hijacked...but this time the hijackers were nature itself.” Trailer link Cast link Ratings My Rating: 7/10 IMDb Rating: 6.0/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 36%  Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary Airport '77 takes the disaster formula underwater when a luxury Boeing 747 is hijacked and crashes into the Atlantic Ocean, sinking to the ocean floor. Trapped inside the submerged plane, passengers face dwindling air supply and rising panic while rescue teams race against time to save them. The film blends suspenseful underwater rescue action with personal drama, highlighting human courage and resourcefulness in extreme circumstances. Critics Review Reviews of Airport '77 were mixed, with praise for its special effects and underwater sequences but criticism for predictable plotting and melodrama. The film continued the Airport franchise's formula of intertwi...

Airport 1975 Runtime: 94 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Airport Franchise Position: 2 Tagline: “Get ready for takeoff!” Trailer link Cast link Ratings My Rating: 6.5/10 IMDb Rating : 5.9/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 37%  Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary In Airport 1975, a mid-air collision severely damages a passenger plane, forcing the stewardess and a small group of survivors to rely on the heroic efforts of rescue teams. When the pilot is injured, a passenger must try to fly the crippled aircraft to safety. The film focuses on the tense rescue operation and the personal dramas of those involved, delivering action and suspense in a classic disaster movie style. Critics Review Critics generally found Airport 1975 to be a formulaic and less compelling follow-up to the original. The film relies heavily on disaster clichés and offers less character development, though it features some thrilling sequences and special effects for its time. Despite mixed reviews, it ...

Airport Runtime: 129 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Airport Franchise Position: 1 Tagline: “There’s a storm coming and no one can stop it.” Trailer link:  Cast link:   Ratings My Rating: 7.5/10 IMDb Rating : 6.8/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 64%  Metacritic : 62  Plot Summary Airport is a classic disaster film centered around the chaos at Lincoln International Airport during a massive snowstorm. Mel Bakersfeld (Burt Lancaster), the airport manager, struggles to keep operations running smoothly as multiple crises unfold — including a suicidal passenger planning to blow up a plane mid-flight. Meanwhile, airline pilot Joe Patroni (George Kennedy) tries to save the day amid the tension. The film weaves together intersecting storylines of love, heroism, and disaster with a large ensemble cast, setting the template for many disaster films that followed. Critics Review Critics had mixed feelings about Airport, praising its ambitious ensemble cast and ...

Jaws 3‑D (1983), PG, 1 h 39 min  — the third installment in the Jaws franchise: Franchise #3 – Jaws Series Tagline: “The third dimension is terror.” Trailer --- 👥 Main Cast List Dennis Quaid as Mike Brody Bess Armstrong as Kay Morgan Simon MacCorkindale as Philip FitzRoyce Louis Gossett Jr. as Calvin Bouchard Lea Thompson as Kelly Ann Bukowski John Putch as Sean Brody --- 🌟 Reviews My Rating 5/10 Dove Foundation Not rated dove.org IMDb 5.8 / 10  Rotten Tomatoes ~10 %  Metacritic 27 / 100    Critically panned for weak effects, thin story, and its 3D gimmick—Variety called it “tepid,” and many reviewers blamed the nearly non-functional shark and lack of tension.  --- 📖 Plot Summary Set at SeaWorld Orlando, a gigantic shark infiltrates the aquarium and attacks guests. Mike Brody (son of Chief Brody) joins marine biologist Kay Morgan and hunter FitzRoyce to stop the rampaging mother shark. After capturing a baby shark, chaos erupts when the larger predato...

Left Behind: The Movie Year: 2000 Franchise: Left Behind Franchise #: 1 (first of the original Cloud Ten trilogy) MPAA Rating: PG-13 Total Runtime: 100 minutes Tagline: “When the world vanishes… what will you do?” Main Cast Kirk Cameron as Buck Williams Brad Johnson as Rayford Steele Janaya Stephens as Chloe Steele Clarence Gilyard Jr. as Bruce Barnes Chelsea Noble as Irene Steele Gordon Currie as Chaim Rosenzweig Colin Fox as Nicolae Carpathia Reviews Synopsis: This film portrays the sudden Rapture—where millions of people vanish—and the chaos that ensues. Airline pilot Rayford Steele is suddenly alone, along with his daughter Chloe. As the world unravels, Chloe finds spiritual refuge in her church pastor, Bruce Barnes. Buck Williams, a reporter on Rayford’s plane, teams up with them to get to the bottom of the supernatural disappearances and uncover the rise of the Antichrist. Overview: Left Behind: The Movie aims to dramatize the biblical prophecy of the Rapture, weaving Scripture w...