The story unfolds in a Norwegian fjord community facing potential disaster from a tsunami. The cause? A massive amount of rock perched on the mountainside, poised to plunge into the water and trigger a huge wave. Fortunately, there are several early warning systems in operation, which is beneficial for geologist Kristian (played by Kristoffer Joner) and his family. His wife works at the local hotel, and his kids have…

The visual effects are surprisingly impressive, especially considering the film's budget. There was a moment when the characters were trapped in that narrow space as it collapsed that genuinely had me worried for their safety. I would have liked to see more of the wave itself, but you can’t fight the reality of a tsunami – it’s quick action followed by widespread destruction. It ranks among the stronger disaster movi…

The Wave proves to be a remarkable Norwegian-language disaster movie. The story follows a geologist who’s preparing to relocate with his family for a higher salary, but before they go, he has concerns about a possible imminent collapse of the mountain overlooking their town. He must persuade his coworkers while there's still an opportunity to evacuate. When his anxieties are realized, the residents have just 10 minut…

This latest disaster film hails from Norway and centers on an inland tsunami triggered by a landslide near a mountain lake—a fairly original concept, as far as I can recall, differing only slightly from films about water reservoir bursts or accidental floods. It proved to be an enjoyable experience, offering some insight into how Norwegian communities approach natural disasters. The movie explores the consequences…