jabrbi There's nothing wrong with this film, if it had been made 20 years before. As a late '70's early '80's disaster film it would be pretty average for a member of the genre. However, coming in 2003 it's simply obviously dated, full of clichés, bad acting, terrible special effects, has an obvious and hackneyed plot, and is barely worth watching.There's the Baddie developer, who broke all the rules, secretly stashed a lot of money, blamed the architect - who was too stupid to notice that he wasn't to blame - spent all the money from a contract before it had been signed, has everybody in the town in his pocket (except for the ex-wife of the architect). Phew! I'm sure there are more clichés about the character, but my fingers are getting tired.There's the hero architect, who comes back to defend his reputation, try to make it up with his estranged son and wife, does everything he can to save the town, finds redemption, doesn't die. Yada, yada, yada.When the water flows through the town it's obviously a bucket of water superimposed on shots of the town, or a cup of water and some models.As I said, if this film had been made before 1985 it would have been a lot more acceptable. To have made a film of such low quality in the 21st Century is a travesty.

gergen45 This is a well directed well acted disaster movie. The script keeps the interest up right from beginning to end. This may not have the special effects budget of other like movies but that does'nt stop it packing a real punch. When it comes to casting this movies leaves the likes of Day After Tomorrow in the shade. Bruce Boxleitner is super as the baddie, this actor does'nt put a foot wrong and if this is anything to go by is very underrated. Michele Greene is top notch as the mayor and watch out for Mathew Ewald as her son. The term the next James Dean is often used loosely but it can be used confidently in relation to this young actor. This kid is going to go far. Finally Joshua J Masters puts in a lovely performance as the Deputy Sheriff. Do'nt miss it!

Fieldsp341 I disagree with the comment mentioned here. I believe Killer Flood: The Day The Dam Broke is a very good, made for television movie. I think the plot was well established and made clear from the beginning, as was who is the good guy, and who is the bad guy. Bruce Boxleitner plays the bad guy well. I was elated when the dam bursts and floods him in his car because I felt he got what he deserved for his devious acts that basically caused the dam to burst. I found Joe Lando and Michelle Green had lots of chemistry between them and I really wanted them to find their way back to each other through all the turmoil. And I found the acting to be very believable by all. Especially when David Powell (Joe) and his son, Garth were trapped in the rising water and David had to revive his son. I found this movie to be smart and exciting. I recommend it to all.

davidcsk Got to watch this last night after recording it a few days ago. Quite a good show I must say, even though the plot is shallow and predictable. The visual effects were quite impressive for a made-for-TV movie. The stars were not very popular except for one, who I last saw him in prime-time series many years ago on local station. There were moments of adrenalin pumping on certain scenes that kept us glued to our seats. The view of the dam overlooking the town below was breathtaking. There was a movie a few years ago which depicted a killer flood too, but can't remember the title. They were more of night scenes than day scenes, which was quite forgettable, so Killer Flood is better. Overall, a good attempt. Two thumbs up!!