Considering that the end of the world as we know it will likely be the most important, shocking and insane event in our planet’s existence, it’s surprising how bland apocalyptic films can be. There are exceptions to the rule—This is the End and Melancholia felt quite different than what we’re used to in the genre—but most films usually squander an interesting idea; take 4:44 Last Day on Earth or Seeking a Friend for the End of the World. A quick and dirty version of the last day of life, These Final Hours falls into the latter category. It’s nothing that we haven’t seen before and is never quite as compelling as it hopes to be.
With only a dozen hours left in humanity, James (Nathan Phillips) must decide between his two girlfriends: Zoe (Jessica De Gouw), the mother of his unborn child who waits for the end at a beachside apartment, or Vicky (Kathryn Beck), who is partying the rest of her time away at the rager to end all ragers. Knowing that the end will hurt like hell—especially since a tidal wave of fire from a comet hitting earth is headed their way—James takes the self-centered route, gets some alcohol and cocaine in his system and heads to the party.
On his way, he sees the young Rose (Angourie Rice) being abducted by two men. Even though actions don’t exactly matter anymore, James rescues her. Rose wants to find her father before the flames engulf them all, but James would rather forget the end is near and simply get to his party.
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