Living on the coast may seem idyllic, but in the case of the protagonist of Tidal Wave: No Escape (1997), directed by George Miller, it proves to be more dangerous than anticipated. The film kicks off with a series of devastating tsunamis hitting shorelines with alarming frequency, prompting the US government to assemble a team of scientists to investigate the cause and find a solution. Among them is John Wahl, portrayed by Corbin Bernsen, a Nobel Prize winner who suspects foul play behind the natural disasters. When the government is blackmailed, Wahl finds himself in hot water as a prime suspect due to his expertise in nuclear arms. With federal agents on his tail, Wahl must race against time to clear his name and uncover the true culprit.
It's important to note that director George Miller behind Tidal Wave: No Escape is not the same filmmaker known for the iconic Mad Max series. The film, despite a few special effects, falls short due to its obvious low budget and lackluster plot. Corbin Bernsen stands out among the cast, but the film fails to make a lasting impact in his career. The pacing of the film is a major downfall, dragging the plot along and potentially putting viewers to sleep. Ultimately, Tidal Wave: No Escape disappoints even by television standards, failing to make a splash in the disaster film genre.
RATING: 2/10 (-)
(Note: This review was originally posted on Usenet newsgroup rec.arts.films.reviews on July 1st, 2004)
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