Unspooled Twister (1996)
Jul 18, 2024
Actress Helen Hunt and actor Bill Paxton chat about the making of the 1996 weather disaster movie Twister, discussing the link between Godzilla and Twister, the danger on set, and Van Halen songs for the soundtrack. They talk about the impact of the film, strong female leads, challenging filming conditions, and the potential for a sequel.
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Director Switch
- Jan de Bont, director of Speed, left the 1998 Godzilla project after six months of pre-production.
- He opted to direct Twister, a film about tornadoes, instead.
Twister's Origin
- Twister's concept originated from an ILM visual effects clip of a tornado.
- Spielberg secured Universal and Warner Brothers' involvement.
Ensemble Casting
- Director Jan de Bont cast lesser-known actors in Twister, prioritizing an ensemble feel.
- This included TV actors and up-and-coming talents like Philip Seymour Hoffman.