A volcanologist races against nature as a dormant peak awakens, unleashing epic, gritty chaos on a small town.
Suspenseful. A family watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Streaming on Prime Video.
Nothing past what a PG-13 promises: no sex or nudity and mild language.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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Volcanologist Harry Dalton comes to the sleepy town of Dante's Peak to investigate the recent rumblings of the dormant volcano the burg is named for. Before long, his worst fears are realized when a massive eruption hits, and immediately, Harry, the mayor and the townspeople find themselves fighting for their lives amid a catastrophic nightmare.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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