10.0 Earthquake (2014) Movie Review

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10.0 Earthquake – Movie Review

First Reaction – 10.0 Earthquake is a by-the-book disaster movie.

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ABC Film Challenge – Disaster Movies – H (Henry Ian Cusick)

Director: David Gidali

Writer: J Greg Abbott, Alex Greenfield, Nancy Leopardi (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Henry Ian Cusick (Hitman)
  • Jeffrey Jones (Ferris Bueller’s Day Off)
  • Cameron Richardson (Adrift)
  • Malcolm Barrett (Timeless)
  • Kristen Dalton (The Departed)

Plot: A catastrophic earthquake threatens Los Angeles, with mere moments left to avert disaster and safeguard the city from impending peril.

Runtime: 1 Hour 29 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

As a movie enthusiast, I’d rephrase the story as follows:

In my perspective, the gripping tale unfolds when a sequence of initial quivers rattle Los Angeles. Simultaneously, I find myself juggling responsibilities, with my teenage daughter Nicole embarking on her inaugural camping adventure with friends. On another front, Emily finds herself plunged headfirst into the thick of things on her first day at work for Booker, as she’s tasked with delving into the very heart of these seismic shocks.

There’s an association between the earthquakes and the firm where Jack is employed. It’s crucial that he collaborates with Emily to devise a safety plan, as the potential hazard they’ve created could soon endanger the entirety of Los Angeles if not addressed promptly.

Verdict on 10.0 Earthquake

Recap

In this film, a scientist and an employee from a fracking company are in a heated competition to stop a massive earthquake from hitting Los Angeles. Preliminary quakes have already caused destruction, and their urgent mission to minimize further damage has begun.

Best Parts

The intriguing aspects of this disaster portrayal lie in demonstrating the catastrophic consequences of scientific phenomena. It vividly illustrates the potential disintegration of Los Angeles due to a calamity and how seemingly insignificant events can spark widespread repercussions. Essentially, it offers an entertaining take on a disaster film, where the destruction serves as the main draw rather than any other aspect.

Worst Parts

We recognize that the impact may not be optimal, and many aspects appear less impressive than expected, even given the quality of the film we’re viewing.

Final Thoughts –10.0 Earthquake is a fun late-night disaster movie.

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2025-07-08 14:37