Powerful forces of nature, climate impacts, mutations or pandemics: disaster films and doomsday scenarios have always fascinated. The genre experienced a boom in the 90s with blockbusters like “Twister”, “Dante’s Peak” and “Independence Day” and were among the most popular of the time. But even today, almost 25 years later, disaster films still provide viewers with thrills and adrenaline.
Disaster films in streaming: fascination, catharsis and appeal
But what is so fascinating about the scenes of destruction? In addition to catharsis – the release from one’s own inner conflicts through violent scenes in films – it may also be the appeal that filmmakers convey with the stories depicted. This primarily refers to social and environmental grievances, which are generally man-made.
But whether with or without a message, disaster films are captivating and exciting Streaming-Fun with lots of adrenaline. We have summarized the best offers on Netflix, Amazon Prime and Co. in the photo series above.
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