The Impossible
In December 2004, close-knit family Maria (Naomi Watts), Henry (Ewan McGregor) and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
Release Date: December 21, 2012
Runtime: 1 hr 43 min
Director: Juan Bayona
Producer: Enrique López Lavigne, Ghislain Barrois, Belén Atienza, ÃÂlvaro AugustÃÂn, Javier Ugarte
Cast: Ewan McGregor, Naomi Watts, Geraldine Chaplin, Tom Holland, Marta Etura, Christopher Byrd, Johan Sundberg, Samuel Joslin, Oaklee Pendergast
(less)Ok for ages 15+ . What would you rate it?
Rated PG-13 Disturbing Injury Images|Brief Nudity|Intense Realistic Disaster Seq
- Sex & Nudity
- Violence & Gore
- Profanity
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My favorite film of the year so far, and I'll be impressed if something displaces it. Gutted me. Inspired me. Made me want to fall in love with my wife all over again and just hold my kids forever. Every actor, down to the youngest son is INCREDIBLE. The special effects are visceral. The directing is humane and vulnerable. I'm just really in love with this movie.
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Practically every scene of human interaction in this film is about the kindness of humanity and/or about family love. That's what makes this a great film, beyond the incredible realism in portraying the disaster. Parents must rightly be cautioned about the exposure of a woman's breast. But it is not sensual at all. In fact, you are more likely to be bothered by the scenes of death, sorrow, and serious injury, of which the brief nudity is a part. I would recommend this film to anyone old enough to deal with that.
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Incredibly well acted. Compelling storyline. Amazing cinematography. Naomi Watts deserves her Oscar nod, and the young man who played Lucas does, too. So very moving and thought provoking- in a disaster like that, NOTHING else but family matters. GREAT FLICK!
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the impact of this film is incredible. i walked out feeling inspired, humbled, and filled with a renewed sense of gratitude. While there is come clinical nudity, i would recommend this film; ESPECIALLY for families. the emotional and physical impact may be out of smaller children's (under the age of 13) depth . phenomenal film!
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This movie got me thinking a lot about why such events like Tsunamis happen. The power of nature is amazing and can wipe out cities as shown in this movie. This was a great story of a family who were separated from the event and somehow made it back together, alive. It truly did look like it was going to be impossible. I don't know why they had to throw this in, but there is one short scene where the mothers breast was fully exposed and very clear to see for a couple of seconds. Not appropriate.
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Some graphic scenes with bodies and injuries with some nudity. Great story of survival and people helping each other.
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It is an emotional roller coaster. Very touching but could be too much realism for younger viewers.
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“The Impossible” is one of the best films of the year... See Full Review
January 23rd, 2013 Details -
This is an extraordinary film, it is one of the most impactful movies I have ever seen. The story of the family caught in the tsunami really is amazing and emotional, and it does seem next to impossible. The performances are all fantastic. It all feels so real. The scenes of disaster are pretty graphic, and there is a lot of tension, but I highly recommend this movie.
March 23rd, 2013 Details -
This movie was really intense. As someone who doesn't necessarily get emotional during films, this one turned me into an emotional wreck several times. It was pretty intense throughout so I wouldn't recommend any 'young' people at all (under 15) but it's amazing the situation this family went through since it's based on a true story.
March 21st, 2013 Details -
Contains Nudity in several scenes.
April 6th, 2013 Details -
wonderful film i love it!
April 18th, 2013 Details