Dante's Peak
Volcanologist Harry Dalton comes to the sleepy town of Dante's Peak to investigate the recent rumblings of the dormant volcano the burg is named for. Before long, his worst fears are realized when a massive eruption hits, and immediately, Harry, the mayor and the townspeople find themselves fighting for their lives amid a catastrophic nightmare.
Critics Sentiment
Earthquake strikes during town meeting and the volcanic eruption begins
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The film jumps dramatically from slower pacing during the false calm period to high excitement when the eruption finally begins at the town meeting.
Dante's Peak follows a classic disaster movie arc, starting with scenic setup and character building that reviewers found solid if formulaic. The film significantly improves once the volcanic action begins, with critics consistently praising the special effects and mounting tension of the second half. While many noted predictable elements and some scientific implausibilities, most found it entertaining escapist fare that delivered on its disaster movie promises.
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Pierce Brosnan
Harry Dalton
Linda Hamilton
Rachel Wando
Arabella Field
Nancy
Jamie Renée Smith
Lauren Wando
Jeremy Foley
Graham Wando
Elizabeth Hoffman
Ruth
Charles Hallahan
Paul Dreyfus
Grant Heslov
Greg
Kirk Trutner
Terry Furlong
Tzi Ma
Stan
Brian Reddy
Les Worrell
Lee Garlington
Dr. Jane Fox
Bill Bolender
Sheriff Turner
Carole Androsky
Mary Kelly
Peter Jason
Norman Gates
Jeffrey L. Ward
Jack Collins
Tim Haldeman
Elliot Blair
Walker Brandt
Marianne
Hansford Rowe
Warren Cluster
Susie Spear Purcell
Karen Narlington
Crew
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