The Guardian (2006)
Plot: After his crew dies during a rescue operation, legendary rescue swimmer Ben Randall (Costner) is sent to “A” school to train the next generation of swimmers. While there, he meets cocky young swim champ Jake Fischer (Kutcher). Seeing potential in the young upstart, Randall pushes Jake to his limits while at the same time trying to overcome his own nightmares and become a rescue swimmer once more.
The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Plot: After a break in the ice shelf, Jack Hall (Quaid) begins to think another Ice Age is approaching. Despite his pleas to the government, Jack is ignored. When massive weather patterns start emerging, Jack’s worst fears are realized: the next Ice Age is almost upon them. Jack’s immediate concern is for his son, Sam (Gyllenhaal), who is trapped in the Manhattan Public Library. While the rest of the US flees for Mexico, Jack must race against the elements if he ever wants to see his son alive again.
