John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet. Cutting-edge special effects take this apocalyptic disaster film to a new level as an American geologist tries to save his family from sure death. Once it is learned that the Earth’s core is heating up at a catastrophic rate, giant arks are built to provide escape, but for only 400,000 people. Directed by Roland Emmerich. 2009/color/158 min/PG-13/widescreen.