The Volcano:: Rescue From Whakaari
: The documentary notoriously avoids questioning the government agencies and tour companies that allowed tourists onto an active volcano on a high-alert day.
“It's unbelievable that those poor people were allowed to go on that tour given all the circumstances. A horrific tragedy that was totally preventable.” Reddit · r/netflix · 3 years ago 🏁 The Verdict The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari
“The background music is overwhelming to the point of muting the participants voices.” Rotten Tomatoes If you are looking for a deep, investigative
Reviewers and viewers generally agree that the emotional gravity of the piece makes up for its structural flaws: this is not that film. However
: Kennedy steps back to let survivors and grieving families tell their own stories without forced cinematic melodrama.
If you are looking for a deep, investigative dive into tourism liabilities or geological science, this is not that film. However, if you want an incredibly intense, emotional, and visually staggering look at human survival and community bravery, it is an absolute must-watch.