A tornado hit a cinema in London, creating a terrifying experience for moviegoers as they watched the screen being ripped away and people being sucked into the storm. This frightening event took place in a 4DX theater at Cineworld Leicester Square while the audience was watching the movie Twisters. The 4DX technology turned the movie-watching experience into a theme-park-like adventure, with sensory effects synchronized with the action on screen. The seats moved, air blasts, impacts, and even water sprays added to the immersion of the film, making it a thrilling experience for the viewers.
Originally from South Korea, 4DX technology is now available in 35 Cineworld screens in the UK and up to 800 worldwide. The perfect choice for the 4DX treatment, Twisters, a sequel to the 1996 movie Twister, captivated audiences with its extreme weather theme. While the narrator had mixed experiences with previous 4DX movies, Twisters in 4DX proved to be an unforgettable experience. The film appealed to the crowd as the effects drew laughter, whoops, and gasps from the audience throughout the screening. The chemistry between the characters added to the excitement, with the water spraying contributing to the overall immersive experience.
Despite some technical shortcomings such as soft digital image and front-heavy sound, the audience enjoyed the ride provided by the 4DX technology during the screening of Twisters. The visceral and fun nature of 4DX caters to those looking for an entertaining experience rather than a cinematic masterpiece. The experience of being thrown around and battered by the effects of the technology overshadowed any technical flaws, making it a worthwhile experience for moviegoers seeking an adrenaline rush. The film’s popularity in 4DX theaters exemplified its appeal to audiences looking for a thrilling and engaging movie experience.
While Twisters received positive feedback in 4DX theaters, it was set to be replaced by another movie after just one week. The move disappointed fans of the film who believed it deserved a longer run in the 4DX format. Comparisons were drawn to the BFI bringing back Nolan movies to IMAX screens to meet the demand for high-quality cinematic experiences. The hope was that Cineworld would reconsider and bring back Twisters for a longer run in the 4DX format, allowing more people to enjoy its dumb yet fun and immersive madness. Ultimately, Twisters in 4DX proved to be a crowd-pleaser, showcasing the potential of the technology to enhance the movie-watching experience for audiences seeking an adrenaline-filled adventure.
