Fascinating Facts About 'Twisters': The 2024 Sequel Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell

22.08.2024 - 20:59

The 2024 release of 'Twisters,' starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, has captivated audiences and critics alike. A thrilling sequel to the 1996 classic 'Twister,' the film follows retired storm chaser Kate Carter as she returns to Oklahoma with a new team and cutting-edge technology. Curious about the intriguing details that made this film a hit? Let’s explore some fascinating facts you won’t want to miss!

1. James Paxton, the son of Bill Paxton who starred in the 1996 film "Twister," played the role of an angry man staying at a hotel during the rodeo scene.

2. To honor the original "Twister" film, "Twisters" was shot on Kodak 35mm film in Oklahoma. Director Lee Isaac Chung mentioned that they aimed to capture the city's natural and vibrant colors with this choice.

3. In one scene of the film, Kate says, "I didn’t come back." This line was repeatedly spoken by Bill, the character played by Bill Paxton in the 1996 film.

4. During the rodeo scene, Glen Powell's family can be seen sitting behind him and Daisy Edgar-Jones.

5. Midway through filming, director Lee Isaac Chung was too exhausted to continue for two weeks, so cinematographer Dan Mindel took over directing duties during this period.

6. In the rodeo scene, Kate wears the same outfit that Helen Hunt's character, Jo Harding, wore in the 1996 "Twister" film.

7. The New York scenes in the film were actually shot in downtown Oklahoma City. The locations were decorated to resemble Manhattan.

8. Glen Powell kept the grille from the Dodge Ram driven by his character, Tyler Owens, and turned it into a dining table. He also tried to keep his character's belt buckle, but had to return it as the production company did not allow it.

9. Glen Powell's dog, Brisket, appears in the film both as an official cast member and as the official set mascot.

10. The film's producers enlisted the National Weather Service to help train the cast and crew on tornado safety. Officials provided education on severe weather events and offered insights into how tornadoes impact daily life in Oklahoma.