Fire is a powerful element that is capable not only of creation, but also of destruction. For decades, films about the fire and courageous people trying to put out it have been popular with viewers. A dynamic plot, spectacular scenes, heroic characters - such paintings have many advantages. Which ones are worth a look first?
Films about the fire: top 5
So where to start? What are some fascinating films about the fire? A list of the best paintings that can make a lasting impression on the audience is given below.
- "Rising Hell."
- "Worrying Sunday."
- "When the lights go out."
- "Fire storm".
- "Refractory".
The tapes, the list of which is given above, are devoted to the fire element and the fight against it.
"Rising Hell"
The picture “Rising Hell” cannot be ignored, recalling fascinating films about the fire. The action takes place on the territory of a magnificent 138-story skyscraper. Architect Doug Roberts, who designed the building, is among the hundreds of guests invited to the opening ceremony. In the midst of the celebration, Doug, tired of communication, decides to make a detour, during which he discovers gross violations of fire safety rules.
It soon becomes clear that the architect makes this discovery too late. One of the floors of the skyscraper is under the control of the fire element, and the guests turn into captives. The lives of hundreds of people depend on whether firefighters can control the fire. An alternative name for the painting is “Hell in the Heavens”.
Soviet cinema
Soviet films about the fire are also worthy of the attention of the audience, for example, “Alarm Sunday”. The story begins with the fact that the foreign tanker Gent approaches the port of the city of the Black Sea coast. Specialists who are entrusted with the task of eliminating minor malfunctions are boarding. An unpleasant surprise for repairmen is a fire that suddenly begins in a tanker. Flames can get to oil, as a result of which the entire port will be at risk.
Spectators who like Soviet disaster films can also pay attention to the picture of the 34th ambulance. With a fire, the source of which was an outstanding cigarette, passengers of a fast train were forced to fight. Among these people there are no professional fighters with the fire element, ordinary people are forced to extinguish the flame.
"When the lights go out"
What other exciting fire movies are there? “When the lights go out” is the tape that takes viewers to Hong Kong. The catastrophe happens on the night before Christmas, a warehouse of alcoholic beverages lights up. The brigade going on a call is going to quickly put out the fire, but the situation soon gets out of hand.
The main problem of Hong Kong firefighters is the building, which is located next to the burning warehouse, where the power plant is located. If the flame reaches it, all the inhabitants of Hong Kong will become without light. Will the brave brigade members be able to save Christmas and not allow the metropolis to plunge into darkness?
"Fire storm"
There are other interesting films about fires. The list will not be complete if you exclude the “Firestorm” tape from it. Under the power of a powerful element falls the forest, next to which there is a prison. It is no coincidence that the trees light up; someone wants to help a dangerous criminal leave the prison. He and a group of other prisoners manage to escape, as the guards are distracted by the fight against the elements.
The prison staff are unable to cope with the fire on their own, professional firefighters are involved. They have to not only put out the forest in flames, but also defeat the fugitive criminals who are able to do everything on the path to freedom.
"Refractory"
Not all movies about fires and firefighters that are worthy of the attention of fans of action-packed films are listed above. The drama "Refractory" invites viewers to look into the inner world of a person for whom the fight against fire is an everyday task. Firefighter is well versed in all the nuances of his heroic profession, saving human lives for many years.
The hero is valued by his bosses, his colleagues praise and thank those whom he pulled from the clutches of death. However, in his personal life, things are not so rosy. Relations with a wife who does not like the eternal absence of her husband are crumbling before our eyes. The firefighter has to rekindle the fire of dying passion, otherwise he will forever lose his second half.
For children
The above is a list of paintings about the fire element, which are aimed at an adult audience. However, films about fires and firefighters for children cannot be ignored. "Fire Dog" - a tape designed for family viewing. Her main character is a dog named Rex.
For many years, Rex has remained the permanent star of cinema and advertising; his collar is decorated with diamonds. It may seem that the dog has nothing to dream about, since his life has everything. It is unlikely that anyone will be able to guess that Rex's carefree existence will soon come to an end. It all starts with a celebrity meeting a dog named Shane, whose main business is fighting fire and saving people.
The cartoons telling about the fight against the flame are also able to interest young viewers. For example, the British animated series Fireman Sam, whose main character is a courageous and brave rescuer. The character is famous for his ability to extinguish a fire, thanks to which he became the head of the fire department.
What else to see
Connoisseurs of old cinema will appreciate the picture “Firefighter”, which was released back in 1916. It is worth seeing already because the main role was brilliantly played by the ingenious Charlie Chaplin. The tape tells the story of an amateur rescuer who helps a professional team fight the fire element. The hero is in love with one of his colleagues, but the girl chooses between him and his competitor. He is waiting for an opportunity to impress her. Of course, he has such an opportunity.
“Team 49: The Fire Ladder”, “Reverse Traction” - other interesting films about the fire.