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The Impossible (2012)

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Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.

In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.

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Cast & Crew

Director
J. A. Bayona
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    Maria Bennett Naomi Watts
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    Henry Bennett Ewan McGregor
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    Lucas Bennett Tom Holland
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    Thomas Bennett Samuel Joslin
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    Simon Bennett Oaklee Pendergast
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    Simone Marta Etura
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    Karl Schweber Sönke Möhring
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    Old Woman Geraldine Chaplin

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