A Disaster Movie That Falls Flat Despite a Strong Lead Performance

Beyond the Abyss is a Swedish disaster film that tries to recreate the chaos of an earthquake in a mining town, loosely based on the 2020 events in Kiruna, a town nestled deep in the northern mountains of Lapland.

When I think of disaster movies like this, Dante's Peak comes to mind. Of course, Beyond the Abyss isn't exactly a Hollywood blockbuster, but it's got some redeeming qualities.Beyond the AbyssBeyond the AbyssThe pacing is slow, so I had to speed it up to create a sense of urgency, or else the characters would've seemed too sluggish in their actions.Beyond the AbyssAs an action-adventure film, Beyond the Abyss didn't quite deliver. But the melodramatic theme of the supposed 'earthquake babe' and her entourage of men trying to win her attention was always front and center.

Peter Franzen I wasn't a fan of the over-the-top presentation, especially against the backdrop of the catastrophic natural disaster that unfolded as the ground cracked open and swallowed the village whole, leaving its inhabitants feeling powerless against the forces of nature.

The movie does tackle an LGBTQ+ theme, which is worth noting. While it's not explicit, the girls' relationships are shown openly. Taylor Swift? The plot revolves around a Swedish mountain village that's been living on borrowed time for years, with a ticking time bomb of a situation beneath its feet - abandoned mines and caverns that make it a disaster waiting to happen. The locals are well aware of the risks, but the authorities have been dragging their feet on relocating the village to a safer location.

Frigg - the head of security at the mine in Kiruna, continues her father's work. She's always on the lookout for seismic activity, because an earthquake could be disastrous not just for the mining business, but for the whole community.

The new boyfriend is willing to take a risk to be closer to his loved one. He's swapped his job in the city for a more precarious role as a rescue worker in the mountains. He's a sporty, serious, and gentle guy who's clearly out of his depth in the midst of loud family arguments. He was hoping for a personal relationship with Frigg, not just listening to complaints from her ex and the kids.

The almost ex-husband is a cunning and manipulative type. He's hurt that he's been replaced, but he's not giving up. He's trying to stay close to his wife by any means necessary, and he's always coming up with schemes to do so.

The daughter is just as fearless, impulsive, and disobedient as her mother. She's not afraid to take risks and charge into danger headfirst when someone needs to be saved.

abyss of the filmThe son is off on some unknown adventure, and the family will be searching for him for the rest of the film. I won't spoil his appearance, as the plot keeps his identity a mystery for a while. avgrunden Acting Performance. I was kinda underwhelmed, to be honest. The whole 'cool guy' thing didn't really work for me. They showed us this snarky, attention-seeking, egotistical aunt, and the casting choice for her just didn't cut it. She looked okay, but she was completely forgettable. This dull film needed a more vibrant lead actress. I only recognized Peter Franzen from The Black Lotus and Budica: Queen of Warriors. He played a nasty, petty, and cowardly character. At first, it seemed kinda funny, but they overdid it with the repetition. He's a decent actor, but this role just wasn't for him.

endless voidThe kid was the only one who really impressed me. At first, she was kinda annoying, but as the story went on, she was the one who drove the action forward. Without her, the movie would've been a total snooze-fest. Scenes. This little cabin in the style of hygge, complete with hand-knitted blankets and pillows, and woven tapestries on the walls, is so cozy. It's like a little village in the mountains, surrounded by lush greenery. But then, the storm hits, and the streets are torn apart, covered in dust. The Problem. Nature's got its own rules, and the landslide wasn't exactly unexpected. The villagers knew it was coming, and the management just didn't care, as long as the mine kept making money. It's basic common sense that people should have been relocated to safer areas, but no one thought about that. The Love Line. It's like this: a tough heroine, and her spineless admirers. The old husband is a coward, and the new boyfriend is indecisive, always checking the manual. Both of them are running after her, in awe of her bravery, and occasionally getting into fights over her attention. She's a fearless Valkyrie, and she's not afraid to change partners if they're not up to her standards. It's all just a bit too ridiculous and cartoonish.

The Abyss The Abyss - I thought it was a decent film, but it's way too slow-paced for the extreme situation they're in. They're not exactly running for their lives, and the whole 'strong woman, weak men' thing was a bit too on-the-nose. The cinematography was dull, to be honest. Overall, it's a middle-of-the-road film that's still pretty interesting.xa0Transformers: Mechanical Monsters

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