Avalanche
Director: Corey Allen
Actors: Rock Hudson, Mia Farrow, Robert Forster
PlotA wealthy businessman has just opened an extravagant ski resort nestled in a picturesque mountain range, hoping to attract elite tourists and celebrities. Amid the opening festivities, he is joined by his estranged wife, a famous fashion photographer, adding tension to the celebration. While the resort’s guests indulge in luxury and snowy activities, there are warnings of potential avalanches due to heavy snowfall. The businessman dismisses these warnings, prioritizing profit and the resort's image over safety concerns. However, a visiting environmental photographer continually expresses his unease about the resort’s impact on the fragile mountainous environment.
As the guests revel in their winter wonderland, the mountain's stability deteriorates. An unfortunate incident causes a horrendous avalanche to roar down towards the resort, bringing chaos and destruction. The ensuing calamity forces everyone, including the businessman, his wife, and the photographer, into a frantic fight for survival against the immense forces of nature. In the aftermath, personal grievances are set aside as rescue efforts commence. Each character confronts their deepest fears, and some find unexpected strength amidst the crisis.
Writers: Corey Allen, Frances Doel, Gavin Lambert
Release Date: 29 Sep 1978
Runtime: 91 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Avalanche offers a fun B-movie experience with decent video, poor audio, and charming extras like interviews with Corman and Forster, but is mainly for genre fans.
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