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SSC 69: The Abyss (Cameron, 1989)
Single Serving Cinema
English - January 31, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsFilm Reviews TV & Film film review movies criticism Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Tim and Tay head to the depths with what is undoubtedly James Cameron's most personal film, The Abyss. Tune in for a discussion of this year's Oscar noms, the foundation of CGI in film, and Cameron's undeniable skill for communicating need-to-know info to the audience.
Synopsis
Titanic is a sweeping romantic epic, set against the backdrop of the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. The film follows the doomed love story between Jack, a penniless artist, and Rose, a wealthy young woman, as they struggle to survive the tragic sinking of the ship.
Where to watch The Abyss.
Notes
Gina (Arcand, 1975) via CIPCorridor Crew on The AbyssThe Stained Glass KnightScene [39:35-49:05]
A wild storm on the surface jeopardizes the Deep Core rig’s structural integrity, resulting in a thrilling sequence as the crew on the surface and below navigate a potential disaster.
Recommendations
Tim: Last Breath (Parkinson, 2019)—where to watch
Tay: Piranha II: The Spawning (Flying Killers), (Assonitis, Cameron, 1981)—where to watch
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