Deep Impact

"Deep Impact" is a 1998 science fiction disaster film directed by Mimi Leder. The movie centers around a comet, Wolf-Beiderman, discovered by high school student Leo Beiderman and astronomer Dr. Marcus Wolf. The comet is on a collision course with Earth, threatening mass extinction. In response, the U.S. and Russia collaborate on a space mission, "Messiah," to deflect the comet using nuclear bombs. The crew, led by Spurgeon Tanner, faces numerous challenges as they attempt to alter the comet's path. The film explores human reactions to impending catastrophe, including panic, resignation, and noble acts. As the comet's impact looms, the world prepares for the worst, with underground shelters being built to preserve humanity. The movie culminates in a dramatic sequence where the smaller comet fragment causes a devastating tsunami, while the larger piece is destroyed by the "Messiah" crew in a heroic sacrifice. "Deep Impact" balances epic disaster scenes with personal stories, making it a compelling human drama.