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Twisters is set to hit theaters this weekend, aiming to provide a thrilling, science-based storm adventure without an overt political or environmental message. Whether this approach resonates with audiences remains to be seen, but it exemplifies a broader tension in filmmaking: the desire to entertain versus the pressure to inform or persuade.
As audiences and critics alike await the film’s debut, discussions continue about the role of cinema in addressing real-world issues. For now, Twisters stands out as a storm movie that promises to chase the weather rather than the climate—and in doing so, sparks an ongoing debate about the purpose and power of film.