The Rise and Fall of 70s Disaster Films

This chapter explores the influential disaster films of the 1970s, focusing on iconic titles like 'The Andromeda Strain' and 'Airport'. The speakers discuss ethical concerns surrounding filmmaking practices at the time, as well as the genre's evolution and lasting impact on cinema. The conversation highlights both the appeal and the decline of disaster films by the end of the decade, punctuated by humorous anecdotes and critical insights.