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Twister (1996) Movie Reviews

Expert Review Summary

Movie critics combined give Twister (1996) a score of 2.7346 out of 4

based on (96) reviews

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Excellent

(6)

Very Good

(77)

Good

(9)

Fair

(3)

Poor

(1)

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See all (6) "Excellent" Reviews

Alex Christensen

I did not go into _Twister_ with unreasonable expectations. I just wanted to be entertained. Then the picture came up on the screen, the wind blew me back in my seat, and I embarked on the greatest thrillride of a movie since _Speed_ or...read the complete Twister (1996) review at Alex Christensen

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Parent Previews

If a disaster flic seems like a good time, you may want to check out the classics from the pre-disco era, all rated G or PG. The Airport series, Earthquake, and The Poseidon Adventure had huge casts which added a dimension that...read the complete Twister (1996) review at Parent Previews

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Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

Incredible sounds and special effects are the big draws in this popular popcorn movie attraction, and it's a good thing they are worth the price of the viewing, as the in-between banter among the characters would be paltry entertainment otherwise. Despite...read the complete Twister (1996) review at Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

See all (3) "Fair" Reviews

eFilmCritic

The plot, if you can call that “plot,” is this: Bill Harding (Bill Paxton) wants to divorce wife, Dr. Jo Anne Thornton-Harding (Helen Hunt), so he can go on with his new girlfriend/fuck buddy Dr. Melissa Reeves (Jami Gertz), but hey, both are tornado...read the complete Twister (1996) review at eFilmCritic