Disaster movies aren't usually remembered for the human emotion that's in it, they're remembered for the special effects. Here, the two are brought together in a unique and memorable way. James Horner did an excellent job writing a beautiful score. The special effects are dazzling and the storyline held my interest until the very end. The performances also make up the core of the movie. Tea Leoni works well here. She has some nice scenes with Maximilian Schell and Vanessa Redgrave. Leelee Sobieski and Elijah Wood are convincing as the two teenagers. Morgan Freeman makes a very good President. However, the film's best performance comes from the brilliant Vanessa Redgrave, who is quietly emotional in her scenes and also very sad. We, unfortunately, don't see her as often as we should. Overall, a great movie that is one of the best in the sci-fi genre.
Review of Deep Impact
