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Hammerman Ikon Film Guide

The Impossible
2012
***½
Director: J.A. Bayona
Cast: Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland, Samuel Joslin, Oaklee Pendergast, Marta Etura, Sönke Möhring, Geraldine Chaplin, Ploy Jindachote, Jomjaoi Sae-Limh

In 2004, Henry and Maria Bennett and their three boys travel to Khao Lak in Thailand. The family's idyllic Christmas holiday turns into a nightmare when the Boxing Day tsunami hits the resort. J.A. Bayona's follow-up to the brilliant The Orphanage is another grim family tragedy. The script is based on the true story of a Spanish family and their incredible struggle for survival. This is a gripping and moving if a bit predictable drama which celebrates the strength of the human spirit. The performances are strong and the special effects are stunning.