An exciting all-star disaster flick is about an ocean liner that tips over due to a giant tidal wave. Gene Hackman plays a preacher who attempts to lead a handful of people willing to follow him to the surface. Can they make it despite the fact that the ship is sinking? The actors are believable in their roles and Shelley Winters turns in an exceptional performance as an old, fat lady who pushes along despite the odds. Stirring!
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Starring:
Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Red Buttons, Carol Lynley, Roddy McDowall, Stella Stevens, Shelley Winters, Jack Albertson, Leslie Nielsen, Pamela Sue Martin, Arthur O'Connell, Eric Shea
Directed by:
Ronald Neame
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1972 adventure/thriller
Rated PG.
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Don Ignacio's score: B+