OllieSuave-007 The action in this made-for-TV movie about the world's strongest earthquake takes place almost immediately, as it shows the collapse of the Space Needle toward the beginning. Suddenly, the entire country is in a state of panic as scientists and seismologists determine that a 10.5 earthquake followed by a series of major aftershocks and tsunamis, resulting in federal officials dealing with an influx of displaced citizens.The special effects were pretty incredible and realistic, from the collapse of the Space Needle to the crumbling of the Golden Gate Bridge onto the ocean. It's depressing, but intriguing seeing much of the country's major landmarks and cities fall to this gigantic quake, and it's suspenseful as you see the scientists scramble to find a way to counteract against the quake.It's basically non-stop disaster action and chaos from start to finish. It's pretty exciting, but the movie, unfortunately, is marred by its very sub-par and below average acting. As a result, it's not the greatest TV movie, but it's not bad for some action fun.Grade B-

edwagreen The usual disaster movie with its host of characters with their inter-personal relationships being shown as they prepare to battle a disaster. Three earthquakes in one day in the western part of the country may be too much to take, but this is what makes for an interesting story.The governor of California is a woman who is divorced and is in night clothes as her ex-husband and daughter go off for a camping trip.Beau Bridges shows emotion as our nervous president. The FEMA guy is not at all like Michael Brown of the Bush Administration. Once he realizes what's going on, he literally throws himself into the solution which will cost him his life.The problem with the film is that the characters are terribly cliché- the doctor and FEMA director, estranged as well as a surgeon and his wife. It seems that disasters always brings out the best in people. People come together as a cohesive unit to fight off the evil elements. We've just seen so much of this before.

canaan-3 This movie was terrific on many levels! To see so many actors take the opportunity to fall on their swords in career moves worthy of Armed and Famous.President Beau does a remarkable impression of a piece of wood. I especially liked him bounding off the basketball court when he found out the space needle in Seattle fell down. It made me wonder if President George ever bounded anywhere.One of the unsung heroes of the movie, not even listed in the credits were the blue folders. Entertain yourself, try counting the number of times they appear in the movie They appeared in nearly every scene, apparently contained vital information, reports, plans and only hold a couple sheets of paper. All the President needed to do was ask for information, and low and behold, the folder appeared. Who had time to generate these reports? Kim Delany was more fun when she was drinking heavily on NYPD Blue.The train being chased by the crevasse was particularly cartoon-like.And then there's the guy from Dukes of Hazard.President Beau says it best "This is a nightmare." Watch the movie if you're a masochist, or a collector of really really bad movies.... if so, then also check out Sandra Bullock's "Hangman." You'll be sorry.

disdressed12 i just don't understand it.this movie has a very low rating and many people are bashing it for not being scientifically accurate.but who really gives a crap if it's scientifically accurate.it's not a documentary,it's a fictional movie meant to thrill and entertain.and in theta regard it succeeds,in my opinion.the action scenes are spectacular and the special effects/CGI are very impressive,not just for a TV movie,but for movies in general.true,CGI is not completely real looking and may never be,but so what.it's escapist entertainment,not reality.i watch or go to a movie like this one to escape reality,not for a history,or science lesson.for me,this movie is entertaining and very thrilling.i was on the edge of my seat a lot.at times the action seems unrelenting and overwhelming,but in a good way.i love the feeling of my nerves and whole body on overdrive.it means the movie did what it is supposed to do.if you want a history or science lesson,go watch a documentary on those subjects.if you don't like these kinds of movies don't watch them.i saw this movie last night and my nerves were still on fire long after.as a result,i had to wait until today to write this review.i love this movie.it is the best disaster movie i have seen yet.10.5 gets 10.5*/10 from me