Twisters: The Real Story

Jul 1, 2024

0h 57m

★ 6.5

Overview

In 1996, Universal Pictures released 'Twister', a film about tornado researchers. This documentary revisits the topic, exploring the motivations of those risking their lives to study dangerous weather. With never-before-seen footage and interviews, it delves into the lives of Storm Chasers.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Coach House Productions

New Wave

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8.0

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5.0

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6.0

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6.6

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8.3

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6.4

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7.1

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7.0

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1.0

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0.0

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0.0

13 seconds

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