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The Twister: Caught in the Storm (2025) Movie Review

The Twister Caught in the Storm is a gripping documentary about Joplin residents’ harrowing experiences during a devastating EF-5 tornado.

The Twister Caught in the Storm is a gripping documentary about Joplin residents' harrowing experiences during a devastating EF-5 tornado.

First Reaction – The Twister Caught in the Storm is an interesting survivors story.

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Director: Alexandra Lacey

Plot: It is graduation day in Joplin, Missouri. As the Class of 2011 collect their diplomas, their hometown is hit by a rare EF-5 tornado. Believing it could be the end of the world, a group of teenagers find themselves in the eye of the storm.

Runtime: 1 Hour 29 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Recap

The documentary follows residents in Joplin Missouri who were there when monster tornadoes hit. It shows some residents who were used to basic warnings and how most didn’t take them seriously. While others chased storms and others just wanted to get on with their days. It dives into the intense stories of the survivors who were in the middle of the tornado and somehow survived the destruction of the town.

Best Parts

The stories are intense and prove that everyday lives can change in an instant. We get personal experiences that grab your attention and demand you listen. It is an eye-opening documentary that shows you how quickly tornadoes can appear and destroy lives. This is a truly fascinating documentary and one which fits the survivor’s stories of disasters.

Final ThoughtsThe Twister Caught in the Storm is a fascinating documentary.

By Darren Lucas

Big Film fan and general entertainment fan

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