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Armageddon

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Exploring 'Armageddon': A Cinematic Catastrophe

This chapter examines the film 'Armageddon' and its cultural significance, especially its place in the Criterion collection shortly after its release. It highlights the competitive landscape of disaster films in 1998, including the rivalry with 'Deep Impact,' while discussing Michael Bay's aggressive strategies to ensure 'Armageddon' outshined its competitors. The conversation reflects on cinematic portrayals of disaster, audience engagement, and missed opportunities in character casting.

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