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‘The Lost Bus’ is a gripping disaster film based on the 2018 Camp Fire, featuring Matthew McConaughey as a bus driver heroically evacuating children through wildfire chaos, blending intense action with realistic portrayals of firefighting efforts, and directed by Paul Greengrass. It is praised as an instant classic for its suspense, authenticity, and emotional depth.
Lee Isaac Chung, the Academy Award-nominated director of "Minari," is directing "Twisters," an expansion of the 1996 tornado blockbuster. Inspired by the practical effects of a barn-burning scene in "Minari," Chung aims to balance practical effects with CGI in the $200 million sequel. Despite initial skepticism about his shift to franchise filmmaking, Chung's personal connection to tornado-prone Arkansas and his commitment to the big-screen experience drive his vision for "Twisters," which opens on July 19.
Director Sam Esmail discusses his film adaptation of "Leave The World Behind," a tense reworking of Rumaan Alam's bestseller. The movie, now on Netflix, focuses on the disintegration of six characters during a disaster that is never fully defined. Esmail explains the changes made from the book, including the addition of cyberattacks and the transformation of a character. He praises Julia Roberts for her portrayal of the prickly and flawed Amanda, stating that she was his first choice for the role. Esmail also reveals that former President Barack Obama provided script notes, emphasizing the cautionary tale about mistrust and the lack of empathy in a crisis.