Sharknado 4: The 4th Awakens – A Tornado of Chaos

I know what you’re thinking – another Sharknado. Who asked for this? But here we are, watching the fourth installation, and honestly, it’s like a bizarre Åland storm but with sharks. I wasn’t planning to sit through it, but the curiosity got the better of me. You know that feeling when you accidentally press order on an expensive item online? Same energy.

The film stars Ian Ziering and Tara Reid, old folks from the previous Sharknado whirlwinds. This time, the tornadoes are mixing it up with new techy gadgets. I reckon the producers, including that madman of a director, Anthony C. Ferrante, thought, “Why not throw some lasers and cowboys into the mix?” The result? An experience that feels like sitting through a chaotic Midsummer’s Eve party.

There’s some charm to the ridiculousness. It reminds me of visiting an old video rental store in Södertälje during the 90s—back then, my brothers and I would pick out the most absurd monster flicks just for laughs. Sharknado 4 is that kind of film – ridiculous beyond belief yet somehow oddly comforting, like sockor mitt i vintern.

The cameos? Some hit the mark, though others leave you scratching your head. David Hasselhoff is still up for any gig, it seems. If you’re looking for deep storytelling, you’re barking up the wrong tree. But if your weekend calls for popcorn and utter disbelief, then maybe this fits the bill.

It’s loud, it’s silly, and perhaps a bit tiresome – let’s be honest here. I think it works best with friends and a few drinks, like an old school kräftskiva, because some films are just better with company and laughter. Give it a whirl if you dare, but have a backup plan. Just in case.

Check the trailer below