Heaven’s Rage
Synopsis
Join Reed Timmer, star of Discovery's Storm Chasers, for the tornado event that launched him to international fame.
This intimate new documentary short follows renowned storm chasers Reed Timmer and Joel Taylor as they witness the historic tornado outbreak of May 4-5, 2007. During these pivotal two days, they stand within 100 yards of violent tornadoes. They listen to the chilling sound, and react to the total destruction of Greensburg, Kansas. Beyond the natural phenomena, Reed and Joel experience a human journey in the face of ultimate fear.
Heaven's Rage features the most intense chase sequences ever filmed, with rare footage of nature's most extreme weather. Take an unforgettable ride into the storm.
Length
14 minutes.
Winner
Best Documentary Short, Bare Bones International Film Festival
Best Documentary Short (Nominated), Trail Dance Film Festival
Official Selection
Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
Green Bay Film Festival
deadCenter Film Festival
Massachusetts Independent Film Festival
Interviews and Clips
Director Ken Cole at MIFF for Heaven’s Rage
“Tornado Fury” Concept Trailer
Photo Gallery
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Cumulonimbus May 4, 2007
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Reed and Joel study the sky on May 5, 2007.
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Reed and Joel witness the rope stage of the May 4, 2007 tornado.
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Reed with his storm chasing friends.
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Reed Timmer excited after a successful intercept.
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Reed Timmer and Joel Taylor in front of an electrified sky.
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Reed Timmer observing a lowering from a wall cloud.
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Reed Timmer talking with fellow chasers.
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Reed Timmer filming the intense tornado of May 4, 2007 in Ellis County, OK.