Dante’s Peak

This week on Bury Our Bones With Cinema, Ryan Etherington and Simon Keet venture into the fiery chaos of Dante’s Peak, the 1997 disaster thriller that pits Pierce Brosnan and Linda Hamilton against the wrath of an erupting volcano. Equal parts explosive action and small-town drama, this quintessential ‘90s spectacle delivers molten thrills and some truly unforgettable moments (grandma in the acid lake, anyone?).

 

Ryan and Simon dig deep into the film’s blend of scientific accuracy, over-the-top disaster tropes, and the surprisingly heartfelt human stakes that keep the lava flowing. From Brosnan’s smoldering performance to the groundbreaking (and ground-breaking) special effects, they explore why Dante’s Peak remains a standout in the crowded disaster movie genre.

 

As always, Jimmy Murphy brings his signature energy to the episode with original music and sketches that capture both the intensity and unintentional humor of volcanic doom.

 

Whether you’re revisiting this eruption of nostalgia or discovering it for the first time, this episode is a red-hot must-listen. Grab your gas mask, jump in the Jeep, and tune in—before it’s too late!