In April of 2010, the title offshore drilling rig exploded, killing 11 workers and creating the worst oil spill in U.S. history. Peter Berg’s dramatization of the disaster is furiously paced and pummelingly intense, but never exploitative. It’s a visceral, white-knuckle entertainment that manages to maintain a human scale, an action film about real-life heroes that doesn’t forget the victims. The terrific ensemble cast includes Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russell and Gina Rodriguez. John Malkovich aces the slimy, profit-over-safety BP exec, while Kate Hudson does what she can with the old worried-wife role. (107 min)
Don Morton
Don Morton has viewed some 6,000 movies, frequently awake. A bachelor and avid cyclist, he currently divides his time between Tokyo and a high-tech 4WD super-camper somewhere in North America.You may also like
Tokyo Trends: 5 Summer Skirts To Add To Your Wardrobe
It’s always maxi skirt season for fashion in Tokyo
Celebrating LGBTQ+ and Inclusive Travel
From Tokyo Pride Parade 2024 to Booking.com's Travel Proud Initiative
Featured Artists for April 2024 – LOVEHO SELECTS
Check out this month's featured Tokyo creatives!
Jasmine Thai Terrace Akasaka: A Tranquil Thai Dining Escape in Tokyo
Savor authentic Thai cuisine, officially recognized by the Thai government
Best Rooftop Bars in Tokyo – 2025 Ultimate Guide
Kick back and take in Tokyo's galactic skyline
Protected: Eat Tokyo-Grown Food in Tsukiji
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.
48 Hours in Tono and Hanamaki: Folktales, Food, and Festivals in Rural Japan
Release your full imagination in the hometown of Japanese folklore