A new Netflix disaster movie has left British audiences profoundly moved, with many viewers describing themselves as 'emotionally wrecked' after watching. The South Korean film 'The Great Flood' premiered on the streaming platform last week and has quickly garnered a passionate response for its intense, apocalyptic storyline and powerful performances.
A Dystopian Deluge Captivates Audiences
The film is set in a dystopian future where the world faces extinction from a colossal, apocalyptic flood. The plot centres on a mother, An-na, portrayed by Kim Da-mi, who is woken in the night by a violent storm that terrifies her young son, Ja-in (Kwaon Eun-seong). She soon realises the terrifying scale of the disaster, setting a desperate survival narrative into motion.
Social media has been alight with praise for the film's emotional impact. One viewer wrote on X: 'Just watched #TheGreatFlood... I am ugly sobbing [right now]. Why is it so emotional!! Kim Dami's choices are always masterclass!' Another fan on Letterboxd drew comparisons to other major works, stating: 'If you enjoy movies like The Day After Tomorrow, Interstellar, Wonderland or even the webtoon Distant Sky, you should watch this.'
Star Power and Stunning Visuals
The cast includes Squid Game star Park Hae-soo, who plays Son Hee-jo. The 44-year-old actor is best known for his role as Cho Sang-woo in the first season of Netflix's global phenomenon. Fans admitted that the star power initially drew them in, but it was the film's execution that truly impressed. The same Letterboxd review continued: 'Honestly, I only hit play for Park Hae-soo and Kim Dami, but it paid off immediately. The visuals were crazy in the best way. Every part of it clicked for me. I don't say this lightly. This movie stayed with me after it ended.'
The overwhelming sentiment online is one of deep emotional engagement. A third viewer simply declared: 'THIS IS SO GOOD I'M SOBBING', punctuating the post with crying emojis to emphasise their point.
Netflix's Hidden Horror Gem Also Rediscovered
In related streaming news, Netflix subscribers have also been rediscovering and raving about the 2018 horror film 'Apostle', which stars Dan Stevens of Downton Abbey fame. The film, written and directed by Gareth Evans of 'Gangs of London', features Stevens as a man attempting to rescue his sister from a religious cult on a remote Welsh island in the early 1900s.
The film holds a 79% score on Rotten Tomatoes and is being hailed by fans as an 'all-time favourite' within the genre. One reviewer noted its effective use of tension, saying: 'A slow burn of anxiety and dread, it makes the most out of its settings and concepts.' Another praised its balance, commenting: 'It doesn't shy away from gore, but the violence is by no means senseless here.'
Together, these films highlight Netflix's continued strength in delivering content that resonates powerfully with viewers, whether through heart-wrenching dystopian drama or meticulously crafted period horror.
