Top 10 Disaster Films: Flooded Cities

Description: While not exclusively about flooding, this film includes scenes of coastal cities being devastated by massive tsunamis caused by a comet impact. It's a poignant look at humanity's response to impending doom.

Fact: The film was released the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two comet/asteroid disaster films. The tsunami scenes were some of the most expensive and technically challenging to create at the time.

Description: This film, based on a true story, follows the crew of the Andrea Gail as they battle a massive storm off the New England coast, leading to flooding and destruction in coastal areas.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Gloucester, Massachusetts, where the real Andrea Gail was based. The storm sequences were created using a combination of practical effects and CGI.

Description: This blockbuster features a sudden global weather shift that leads to a new ice age, with New York City being one of the first places to be engulfed by a massive tidal wave. It's a quintessential disaster film that captures the chaos of a city under water.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. The iconic scene of the Statue of Liberty submerged in water was created using a combination of CGI and a 1/5 scale model.

Description: Roland Emmerich's epic disaster film features a series of cataclysmic events, including massive floods that submerge cities like Los Angeles and Las Vegas. It's a visual feast of destruction.

Fact: The film required over 1,300 visual effects shots, making it one of the most effects-heavy films at the time. The scene where the White House collapses into the ocean was particularly memorable.

Description: Based on the true story of a family caught in the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, this film captures the harrowing experience of being swept away by the floodwaters.

Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, and used real locations to recreate the disaster's aftermath. Naomi Watts and Tom Holland delivered powerful performances.

Description: While not solely about flooding, this film includes scenes where cities are devastated by extreme weather events, including massive floods caused by a malfunctioning weather control system.

Fact: The film was originally set for release in 2016 but was delayed due to reshoots and additional visual effects work. The flooding scenes were some of the most visually impressive in the movie.

Description: This film recounts the true story of the Coast Guard's daring rescue of the crew from the SS Pendleton, which split in half during a nor'easter storm, leading to flooding and chaos.

Fact: The film was shot in Massachusetts and used real Coast Guard boats for authenticity. The storm scenes were recreated using a massive water tank.

Description: A Norwegian film that depicts a massive tsunami hitting a fjord town after a landslide, showcasing the devastating effects of water on a small community.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real event, the 1934 Tafjord landslide and tsunami. It was Norway's submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards.

Description: Set during a massive flood in a small town, this film focuses on a group of armoured car guards trying to protect their cargo from thieves amidst the rising waters. It's a thrilling mix of action and disaster elements.

Fact: The film was originally titled "The Flood," but was changed to avoid confusion with another film. Over 100 million gallons of water were used to create the flood scenes.

Description: In this British disaster film, London faces a catastrophic flood when the Thames Barrier fails, leading to a race against time to save the city and its inhabitants.

Fact: The film was shot on location in London, with many scenes filmed at actual flood-prone areas. The flooding of the Houses of Parliament was a particularly striking visual.