There's something undeniably gripping about watching a meticulously planned structure crumble in chaos. These films not only showcase the physical destruction but also delve into the human drama, survival instincts, and sometimes, the aftermath of such catastrophic events. Here's a curated list of 10 movies where malls collapse, offering a mix of suspense, action, and emotional depth that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Deep Impact (1998)
Description: A comet strike leads to widespread destruction, including a scene where a mall collapses due to the ensuing chaos and panic.
Fact: The film was released in the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two comet/asteroid disaster movies.
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Hard Rain (1998)
Description: A heist movie set during a massive flood, where a mall collapses due to the flooding.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital water effects extensively, which were groundbreaking at the time.
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The Perfect Storm (2000)
Description: A hurricane causes a mall to collapse in this film, showcasing the power of nature against human-made structures.
Fact: The film was based on the book by Sebastian Junger, and it used real footage from the 1991 Halloween Nor'easter storm.
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The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Description: While not exclusively about a mall collapse, this film features a pivotal scene where a massive superstorm causes a shopping mall to collapse, trapping survivors inside.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use real-time weather data for its CGI effects, and it was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm."
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2012 (2009)
Description: This apocalyptic film features a scene where a mall collapses due to the Earth's crust shifting, causing massive destruction.
Fact: The film required over 1,000 visual effects shots, making it one of the most VFX-intensive movies at the time.
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The Impossible (2012)
Description: Based on the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, the film includes scenes of malls and other structures collapsing under the force of the water.
Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, and used real survivors as extras.
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The Finest Hours (2016)
Description: Although primarily about a Coast Guard rescue, the film includes a scene where a mall collapses due to a massive storm surge.
Fact: The movie is based on a true story from 1952, and the rescue operation was one of the most daring in Coast Guard history.
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Into the Storm (2014)
Description: A series of tornadoes ravage a small town, including a scene where a mall is torn apart by a tornado.
Fact: The film was shot using real storm chasers and their equipment to capture the authenticity of the storm scenes.
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San Andreas (2015)
Description: A massive earthquake hits California, leading to the collapse of a shopping mall among other structures.
Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson performed many of his own stunts, including scenes involving the mall collapse.
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The Hurricane Heist (2018)
Description: A group of thieves plan a heist during a Category 5 hurricane, leading to a mall collapse among other disasters.
Fact: The film was shot in Bulgaria, using a combination of practical effects and CGI to simulate the hurricane's impact.
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