Imagine a place where luxury meets chaos, where the promise of relaxation turns into a fight for survival. This curated list dives into the thrilling world of disaster movies set in hotels. From natural calamities to man-made disasters, these films showcase the resilience of characters amidst crumbling hotel facades. Whether you're a fan of heart-pounding action, intricate plots, or just love the unique setting of hotels, this collection promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961)
Description: A sci-fi disaster film where nuclear tests cause the Earth's axis to shift, leading to extreme weather changes. A significant portion of the film takes place in a hotel where journalists report on the unfolding crisis.
Fact: The film was innovative for its time, using a non-linear narrative structure to tell the story from different perspectives.
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The Poseidon Adventure (1972)
Description: A luxury ocean liner, which includes hotel-like amenities, capsizes on New Year's Eve, and passengers must navigate through the upside-down ship to survive.
Fact: The film was a major success, leading to a sequel and a remake, and it was nominated for eight Academy Awards.
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The Towering Inferno (1974)
Description: This classic disaster film features a towering skyscraper, which includes a hotel, engulfed in flames. The movie showcases the chaos and heroism as guests and staff attempt to escape the inferno.
Fact: The film was a box office hit, earning over $139 million worldwide, and it was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning three.
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Deep Impact (1998)
Description: While not exclusively set in a hotel, the film features scenes where characters take refuge in a hotel during the aftermath of a comet strike.
Fact: The film was released the same year as another comet disaster movie, "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two.
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Hard Rain (1998)
Description: A heist goes awry during a massive flood in a small town, with much of the action taking place in and around a hotel.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital water effects extensively, showcasing the power of CGI at the time.
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The Perfect Storm (2000)
Description: While the main focus is on the crew of a fishing boat, the film includes scenes in a hotel where the crew members spend their last night before setting out to sea.
Fact: The film was based on the book by Sebastian Junger, which detailed the real-life events of the Andrea Gail.
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The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Description: While not exclusively set in a hotel, a significant portion of the film takes place in a New York hotel where survivors seek refuge from a sudden ice age.
Fact: The film's special effects were so convincing that it was used in a study by the National Science Foundation to gauge public perception of climate change.
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The Finest Hours (2016)
Description: Although primarily a sea rescue story, the film includes scenes in a hotel where survivors are taken after being rescued from a shipwreck.
Fact: The movie is based on a true story of the most daring rescue in Coast Guard history.
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Skyscraper (2018)
Description: Dwayne Johnson stars as a security expert who must save his family trapped in a burning skyscraper, which includes a hotel, in Hong Kong.
Fact: The film features one of the tallest sets ever built for a movie, with the skyscraper set reaching 35 stories high.
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Hotel Artemis (2018)
Description: In a dystopian future, a secret hotel serves as a hideout for criminals. When a riot breaks out, the hotel becomes a battleground for survival.
Fact: The film was shot in Los Angeles, with the hotel set designed to look like a 1920s Art Deco building.
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