The new Netflix movie, The Great Flood, has surprised the entertainment world by reaching number 1 in 71 countries, even surpassing the highly anticipated blockbuster Knives Out: From the Dead.
This sudden success highlights the unpredictability of the platform when it comes to determining which content will resonate with the audience.
Released on December 19, the film focuses on a post-apocalyptic scenario where an asteroid impacts Earth, melting the ice layers in Antarctica and causing massive flooding.
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The story focuses on An-na, a scientist trapped with her son in a building, as the water level continues to rise.
Despite its success in views, the critical reception has been more cautious. ‘The Great Flood’ has a 60% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an average score of 5.3 on IMDb, indicators of a mixed reaction from both the audience and critics. This suggests that, although the film has captured attention, it has not managed to impress all sectors of the audience.
The series is written and directed by South Korean filmmaker Kim Byeong-woo, whose work in post-production lasted nearly three years, since filming ended in January 2023. ‘The Great Flood’ had its world premiere at the prestigious Busan Festival, which adds additional value to its journey.
With the expected viewership numbers this Tuesday night, only time will tell if this movie can maintain its leadership position on the platform or if, like many, it will quickly fall into obscurity.