Tornado! is a made for TV movie starring Bruce Campbell and Shannon Sturges, released on May 7, 1996. It was written by John Logan and directed by Noel Nosseck.
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Plot
The movie's main character is storm chaser Jake Thome (Bruce Campbell), whose friend Dr. Joe Branson (Ernie Hudson) has developed a machine that may be able to provide earlier tornado warnings. Samantha Callen (Shannon Sturges) is an accountant who must determine whether Dr. Branson's project warrants more funding. Jake must try to convince Samantha that the machine is worthwhile. During the process, Jake and Samantha become romantically attracted, but powerful tornadoes threaten the lives of all the major characters.
Filming
Tornado! was filmed primarily in Austin, Texas, including scenes at local Fox television affiliate KTBC. The film runs 89 minutes, and has been released on DVD. It is rated PG for some perilous weather sequences and mild language.
See also
- Twister, a more mainstream film and nearly the same plot.
