New Film Twisters Explores Modern Storm Chasing

The sequel to the 1996 film 'Twister,' titled 'Twisters,' has opened to strong box office sales, grossing $123 million globally over its debut weekend. The film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate Carter, a traumatized meteorologist, and Glen Powell as Tyler Owens, a storm-chasing YouTuber, both navigating a deadly tornado season in Oklahoma. Real-life storm chasers inspire the film, showcasing the dangers they face, such as the 2013 El Reno tornado, which claimed the lives of three storm chasers. The film includes a modern twist on storm chasing technology, featuring a custom truck designed to withstand extreme winds, and incorporates elements from the original movie while introducing new characters. Critics have noted the film's departure from legacy sequel conventions, favorably comparing its reception to that of Tom Cruise's 'Top Gun: Maverick.' Overall, 'Twisters' seeks to balance entertainment with accurate portrayals of the real-life storm chasing community.