About Force of Nature

'Force of Nature' is a 2020 American action-thriller film directed by Michael Polish. The movie follows a group of people in a residential building who must navigate a hostile environment during a major hurricane, all while a gang of thieves attempt to pull off a heist.

Plot

The movie opens with a group of thieves posing as Boston Police Department officers, led by a man named John the Baptist. In the midst of a category 5 hurricane, Dr. Troy and Cardillo, actual police officers, do their round evacuating buildings. They run into Ray, a stubborn retired detective refusing to leave his apartment due to a mysterious white tiger that his deceased wife has kept as a pet. As the storm worsens, John and his crew attempt a heist in the building, leading to an intense struggle for survival.

Making / Production

'Force of Nature' was directed by Michael Polish and written by Cory Miller, with the production being handled by Emmett/Furla Films. Despite the rough weather conditions depicted in the film, the majority of the production was filmed in interior sets.

Actors

• Mel Gibson as Ray, who delivers a gritty and gruff performance as the retired cop stubbornly refusing to leave his apartment.
• Emile Hirsch plays the role of Cardillo, a police officer who dedicates himself to protect others, even at the risk of his own life.
• Kate Bosworth as Troy, Ray's estranged daughter and a doctor who works to maintain the peace in their chaotic situation.
• David Zayas as John the Baptist, the ruthless and cunning leader of the thieves who pose as police.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film marks the second time that Michael Polish has directed a film featuring real-life wife Kate Bosworth, the first being 2013 film 'Big Sur'.
• The movie was released digitally due to the COVID-19 pandemic and did not get a theatrical release.
• The climactic scene involving the white tiger was reportedly accomplished with a mixture of CGI and practical effects.

Quotes

• "We're all gonna die, and it's your fault!" - Ray
• "I'm not leaving my people!" - Cardillo
• "You've got a plan? 'Cause now would be a good time for one!" - Troy

Music, Soundtrack

• "No Way Out" performed by Riley and the Roxies
• "Hold On" performed by Gary Clark Jr.
• "Get Ready" performed by The Temptations