The Impossible 2012
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatIn December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Maria Bennett
as Henry Bennett
as Lucas Bennett
as Thomas Bennett
as Simon Bennett
as Simone
as Karl Schweber
as Old Woman
as Caregiver
as Red Cross Nurse
Director:
Writer:
María Belón, Sergio G. Sánchez
Stars:
Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland, Samuel Joslin, Oaklee Pendergast, Marta Etura, Sönke Möhring, Geraldine Chaplin, Ploy Jindachote, Jomjaoi Sae-Limh,
Genres:
Drama,Thriller,History
Release Date:
2012 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
113 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Impossible
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Maria Bennett
as Henry Bennett
as Lucas Bennett
as Thomas Bennett
as Simon Bennett
as Simone
as Karl Schweber
as Old Woman
as Caregiver
as Red Cross Nurse
as Daniel
as Daniel's Father
as Old Thai Man
as Young Thai Man
as Mr. Benstrom
as Morten Benstrom
as Doctor in Stockroom
as Young Nurse in Stockroom
as Woman in Charge of Simon and Thomas
as Oliver Tudpole
as Norwegian Patient
as American Tourist
as American Tourist's Wife
as American Tourist on Orchid Roof
as Volunteer in Children's Tent
as Tourist Near the Orchid
as Operating Nurse
as Orchid Male Employee
as Woman in Children's Minibus
as Young Nurse in Airplane
as Henry's Pick-up Driver
as Tourist in Henry's Pick-up
as Tourist in Henry's Pick-up
as Tourist in Henry's Pick-up
as Tourist at Bus Station
as Tourist at Bus Station
as Tourist at Bus Station
as Tourist Looking for Francesca
as Person Looking for Relatives
as Person Looking for Relatives
as Person Looking for Relatives
as Person Looking for Relatives
as Person Looking for Relatives
as Naked Man
as Thai Family in Stockroom
as Thai Family in Stockroom
as Thai Family in Stockroom
as Ferdinand
as Dieter
as Orchid Female Employee
as Patient in Takua Pa Hospital
as Patient in Takua Pa Hospital
as Patient in Takua Pa Hospital
as Emergency Nurse
as Japanese Tourist
as Redheaded Woman
as Kid in Tent
as Kid in Tent
as Kid in the Car
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