I saw a story online recently about “10 Movies You Have to See Before You Die,” and also spotted a couple of discussions about the best sports movies of all time. It made me wonder about the best movies that feature weather as a key component.
“Twister”? “The Day After Tomorrow?” “Key Largo”? Heck, does “Airplane” merit inclusion in the discussion, since a driving rainstorm complicated the landing for the poisoned passengers and crew?
I’m not sure what my #1 would be. I do know it won’t be “Twister.” I vividly remember going to see that movie with several of my siblings in Great Bend (we were gathered out at the farm for one of our annual get-togethers), and we laughed so hard at the preposterous plot points that we annoyed a packed house wanting to believe they were witnessing a riveting drama.
Sorry — when you’ve been through the real thing a time or 12, “Twister” is a real hoot. Great special effects, yes…but a hoot.
Anyway…I welcome your recommendations. I’m sure you’ll come up with some movies I haven’t even thought of.