Plot Summary
When a volcano is about to explode in Mexico, Dr. Frank Richards knows that the only conclusion can be that the end of the world is near. The American government’s best scientists agree and begin to make an action plan as earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis rack the planet. The only hope for saving humanity is Frank Richards’ plan to return a secret Mayan artifact to its rightful resting place so that the disaster will reverse and mankind will be able to rebuild from the ashes.
Production Quality (-1 points)
The Asylum’s side project Faith Films was once determined to purposely make cheap parodies of Christian films, and they mostly succeeded in masquerading as real Christian movies because they were often indistinguishable from other cut-rate productions. 2012: Doomsday is no exception. There are multiple purposeful production errors in this film, including clear audio overdubs and a stupid soundtrack. Ridiculous special effects riddle the landscape of this natural disaster, as well as shaky camera work and other expected errors. Basically, these films are someone trying to be like Cross Shadow or Faithhouse.
Plot and Storyline Quality (-1 points)
Though the satire of this absurd disaster story is actually funny at times, it’s still not really any good. It’s only funny because it’s so ridiculous and because it’s so easy to parody clichés from Christian and inspirational movies, not mention general disaster films. With the level of absurdity displayed here, especially in the characters and the dialogue, not even to mention the laughable premise, you either have to laugh or cry. There is no sense of understanding what’s happening in this story, and this is entirely by design. As we’ve mentioned before, it’s too easy to disguise your parody film as a serious one and sell it in Christian bookstores because the so-called serious Christian films have set such a low standard.
Acting Quality (-1 points)
No parody cast is complete without Dale Midkiff, who found the pinnacle of his career with his unforgettable performance in this film. He probably has a future in more parody films. Elsewhere, this cast is just as ridiculous and absurd as the rest of the movie.
Conclusion
Hopefully new Christian film makers are building a market where these sorts of films can no longer be made due to rising standards. Parodies and satires definitely have their place, but they need to have a point and not just be outright nonsense fests. Maybe someday that elusive future parody Christian Movie will come out with an epic cast that will actually be remembered for being a true satire.
Final Rating: -3 out of 10 points
Box Office Revolution 
Worst film I’ve ever seen. I think it was put together as a bet to see how many morons watched it. I think I’ll kill myself now.
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