Movie Synopsis - 2012
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21st December 2012, the last date in ancient Mayan calendar and the day that has been prophesized to be the end of the world across cultures and religions, amongst scientists and geologists. But before that occurs, the human race is bound to face massive volcano eruptions, tsunamis, typhoons and other natural calamities. By 2012, a plan has been devised by world leaders to save as much of mankind as possible, but unfortunately not everyone can be saved. The end is near and it’s nothing like you’ve see before.
Movie Details - 2012
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Release Date: 12th Nov 2009
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Language: English
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Rating: G
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Running Time: 140 mins
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Starring: John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Oliver Platt, Thandie Newton
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Directed by: Roland Emmerich
Starring
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John Cusack
Jackson Curtis (John Cusack), a civilian, stumbles upon a massive research facility in a dried up lake bed and uncovers the secret of the impending apocalypse the government has been hiding.
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Amanda Peet
Amanda Peet plays Jackson’s ex-wife, Kate, who maintains friendly contact with Jackson but has long tired of competing with his work for his attention.
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Danny Glover
President Thomas Wilson, played by Danny Glover, is very quick to understand the crisis the world is about to face – and equally quick to prevent mass hysteria by keeping the information secret.
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Thandie Newton
Thandie Newton, playing the president’s daughter, Laura, is shocked to find out what her father’s government has hidden from the world.
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We Were Warned
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They told us the end would come... are you ready?
A prophecy that began with the Maya has now been well-chronicled, discussed, taken apart and examined.In 2009 a highly regarded team of scientists confirm to the global heads of state that the world as we know it, will soon come to an end
Did you know?
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Is 2012 director Roland Emmerich obsessed with “the end of civilization”? His previous films include Independence Day (alien invasion!), Godzilla (giant mutant monster!) and The Day After Tomorrow (the ice age returns!) To his credit, he’s also filmed the start of civilization in 10,000 BC.
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Amanda Peet is married to David Benioff, screenwriter of Troy, The Kite Runner, X-Men: Wolverine and The 25th Hour (based on his novel). They have daughter together, Frances.
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This is John Cusack and Oliver Platt’s third movie together. They previously co-starred in The Ice Harvest and Martian Child.
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