Waterworld (1995), directed by Kevin Reynolds and starring Kevin Costner, is a post-apocalyptic science fiction film set in a future where the polar ice caps have melted, leading to a world completely covered by water.

In this dystopian future, the Earth is a vast ocean, and humanity survives on makeshift floating communities or rafts. The protagonist, known as the Mariner (Kevin Costner), is a drifter and skilled sailor who becomes embroiled in a conflict involving a mysterious girl with a map to dry land tattooed on her back. The Mariner teams up with her and a group of outcasts to fight against a ruthless gang of pirates called the Smokers, who seek to exploit the girl’s map for their own gain.

Waterworld (1995) is a visually impressive and ambitious film that stands out for its unique setting and action sequences. Despite its high production values and creative concept, it is often seen as flawed due to its thin plot, uneven pacing, and character development issues. The film has gained a cult following over the years, appreciated for its spectacle and as a notable example of big-budget, high-risk filmmaking.