Deep Impact

Name: Deep Impact
Director: Mimi Leder
Genre: Action, Drama, Science Fiction
Released: 1998-01-01
Duration: 121 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Robert Duvall, Téa Leoni, Elijah Wood, Vanessa Redgrave, Morgan Freeman

1998Dir. Mimi Leder2h 1m

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Runtime2h 1m

Released1998

Budget$75M

Box office$349.5M

DirectorMimi Leder

About This Movie

Deep Impact, directed by Mimi Leder, is a solid mix of disaster and human drama. It dives into the emotional weight of impending doom, more than just the special effects. There's a distinct focus on how people react under pressure, with some genuinely moving performances, especially from Téa Leoni and Morgan Freeman. The pacing does a decent job balancing the action with quieter moments that let the gravity of the situation sink in. The practical effects hold up fairly well, making the comet feel real and threatening, though some CGI shows its age. It’s not just about saving the planet; it reflects on human resilience and sacrifice.

Released in May 1998; summer blockbuster season.Mixed practical effects with CGI for the comet sequences.Score by James Horner enhances the emotional depth.Filmed in various locations, including Virginia and California.