13 Minutes (2021 film)
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| Directed by | Lindsay Gossling |
| Written by | Lindsay Gossling |
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| Cinematography | Steve Mason |
| Edited by | Lisa Grootenboer |
| Music by | Ariel Marx |
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| Distributed by | Quiver Distribution |
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Running time | 108 minutes[1][2][3] |
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| Language | English |
| Box office | $67,413[1] |
13 Minutes is a 2021 American disaster film written, directed and produced by Lindsay Gossling,[4] in her feature debut film, and starring Trace Adkins, Thora Birch, Peter Facinelli, Anne Heche, Amy Smart and Paz Vega.
Plot
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In the town of Minninnewah, Oklahoma was known for its unpredictable weather, especially during storm season. But for a group of adrenaline junkies, that was exactly what they were looking for. Rick Esteridge, Tammy Hunt, Brad and Jess Hamilton, Peyton, Luke, Kim, and Ana were all storm chaser, always on the lookout for the next big tornado or cyclone. As the storm season approached, the group eagerly prepared their equipment and cameras, ready to capture the destructive power of mother nature. Tammy and Brad had been a team for years, as had Jess and Peyton. But on this particular day, fate would bring them all together.
Steve, a new member of the team, met Rick and Ana as they were heading out of town. They decided to join forces and chase the storm together. As they drove towards the dark sky, the winds started to pick up and a deafening siren could be heard in the distance. They knew it was time to take cover. In the chaos of the storm, Rick and Tammy found themselves faced with flooding and incredible pressure. Meanwhile, Brad and Jess, along with Carlos, followed Peyton, Luke, and Kim as they braved the destructive winds and rain. As they survived the destruction caused by the storms, they couldn't help but feel the rush of adrenaline. But amidst the chaos, a new danger emerged. Vicky and Daniel, two locals from Minninnewah, were stranded and trapped in the storm's path. With humanity arising, Rick and Tammy put their own safety aside and made it their mission to rescue Vicky and Daniel.
As the storm raged on, Rick and Jess came face to face with the full force of mother nature. With Rick leading the way, they fought against the winds and rain, determined to survive the ordeal. Meanwhile, Peyton, Luke, Kim, and Carlos were doing everything they could to help those affected by the storm. In a last-ditch effort, Ana sounded the sirens for safety and the entire team rushed towards the storm, knowing that they had to face it head-on. As they came together in the midst of the chaos, they felt a newfound sense of strength and hope that they could overcome the storm.
With the storm getting more intense by the minute, Brad and Jess found themselves separated from the rest of the group. They quickly realized that they needed to find a way to reunite with their fellow storm chasers. But as they made their way towards the designated meeting spot, they were met with another terrifying sight. Ana, the youngest of the group, was struggling to keep her truck under control as the wind and rain battered against her. Without hesitation, Brad ran to her aid, determined to bring her to safety. Tammy, who had successfully rescued Vicky and Daniel, saw the danger and made a daring attempt to rescue Brad and Ana.
The final scene shows Rick, Ana, Brad, and Jess as they emerged from the storm. They all looked battered and exhausted, but they couldn't help but smile as they saw the sun rising in the horizon. In that moment, they knew that they had made it through the worst of the storm and were safe. As they watched the sun rise, they were seen hugging each other, a sign of their unity and strength as a team. The storm may have brought destruction and chaos to Minninnewah, but it also brought this diverse group of storm chasers together. And as they stood there together, they knew that they had experienced something truly extraordinary and would never forget the bond that they had formed throughout their terrifying encounter with the storm.
Cast
- Trace Adkins as Rick
- Yancey Arias as Carlos
- Thora Birch as Jess
- Tokala Black Elk as Steve
- Peter Facinelli as Brad
- Anne Heche as Tammy
- Shaylee Mansfield as Peyton
- Will Peltz as Luke
- Davi Santos as Daniel
- Amy Smart as Kim
- Laura Spencer as Vicky
- Sofia Vassilieva as Maddy
- Paz Vega as Ana
- Allyson Cristofaro as Olivia
- Gabriel Jarret as Greg
- James Austin Kerr as Eric
Production and themes
The title references "the short time frame residents have to seek shelter" when a tornado is detected.[4] The film "follows four different families who are all dealing with their own issues" before the disaster strikes,[5] and through them weaves in social issues such as undocumented immigrants, abortion, and religious intolerance.[6] The film was filmed in Oklahoma.[4][5]
Release
The film had a first limited theatrical release on October 29, 2021[3] by Quiver, then in the United Arab Emirates on November 11, 2021 and in Portugal on January 13, 2022.[1] It was released on VOD by Quiver on December 7, 2021, and by Signature Entertainment on January 17, 2022.[2]
Reception
Box office
13 Minutes grossed $45,653 in the United Arab Emirates and $21,760 in Portugal, for a worldwide total of $67,413.[1]
Critical response
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 27% based on 22 reviews, with an average rating of 4.3/10.[3] On Metacritic, the film holds a score of 40 out of 100, based on 5 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[7] The Guardian gave the film a middling review, as it found the plot weakened by convenient turns of fate against negatively portrayed characters.[8] Rex Reed for The New York Observer gave an overall positive review, that "the film is sometimes contrived in its efforts to keep the various plot lines connected," but "benefits substantially from the compelling contributions of a likable cast."[9]
References
- ^ a b c d "13 Minutes (2021)". Box Office Mojo. IMDbPro. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ a b "13 Minutes (2021) - Financial Information". The Numbers. Nash Information Services, LLC. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ a b c "13 Minutes". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ a b c McDonnell, Brandy (October 29, 2021). "Twister's path: Oklahoma-made tornado movie '13 Minutes' stars Anne Heche, Amy Smart and more". The Oklahoman. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ a b Schaefer, Stephen (November 14, 2021). "Amy Smart takes on tornado's awe & terror in '13 Minutes'". Boston Herald. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ Scheck, Frank (October 26, 2021). "'13 Minutes': Film Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ "13 Minutes Reviews". Metacritic. Red Ventures. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ Felperin, Leslie (October 20, 2021). "13 Minutes review – tornado movie with plotting as catastrophic as the weather". The Guardian. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
- ^ Reed, Rex (October 25, 2021). "Tornado Thriller '13 Minutes' Doesn't Waste Your Time". The New York Observer. Retrieved October 10, 2022.
