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Advertised as a sequel, “Twisters” functions more of a modern redo that doesn’t really break new ground like the original film did. After a predictable opening sequence, the film follows similar story beats from “Twister.” While initially it takes an unexpected route, it eventually goes in the direction you would expect. (Not that it made that much of an impact in the story.) The characters are fine, and they do grow on you by the end and there’s a couple emotional moments that work for the most part. Despite the advancement in visual effects since the last film was made, not much stands out and it all stuff it feels like we’ve seen before. This movie as lacks much of the humor that the original had peppered throughout, and it lacks any real villain to root against while waiting for the next tornado to hit.
*** out of *****