The hype that arose from the recent release Divergent (2014), a sci-fi action "coming of age" film, was disappointingly misplaced. Based on the first book of the trilogy by Veronica Roth, the futuristic film documents the interactions between the five factions that define society: Abnegation (selfless); Amity (peaceful); Candour (honest); Dauntless (brave); and Erudite (intelligent). The female protagonist – Beatrice – is identified as a Divergent: independent thinkers considered threats to the existing post-war social order.
The screenwriters pursued an unusual avenue for dystopian drama, however such innovation was undermined by the generic screenplay and script. As the film progressed, the predictability of the plot increased, as did the believability of the whole scenario. The film was saved by the two leads, played by Shailene Woodley and Theo James, who were the most believable aspect of the film. Despite the diminishing interest in the plot development, the romantic tension between Woodley and James made for acute curiosity into their future experiences as a couple.
IMBd rating: 6.9/10
My rating: 7.5/10
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Sarah R
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