Surprisingly, this film was not as bad as I had anticipated. The acting was superior to most independent films, the physical settings were visually realistic, and the plot was solid, especially with the twist ending (which explains a lot about the guards' actions). My biggest problem with the film, however, was the political and social setting, which seemed unrealistic. The fact that a whole population could swallow such a sadistic course of action as mass-euthanasia when limiting the number of children (I never thought that I would say that a Totalitarian Chinese policy could be on the moral high ground...) or colonizing the Solar System, like in "The Expanse", would be far more practical and/or socially acceptable. Also, how could parents in Texas, of all places, not be constantly trying to raze the school and free their children!?
One touch, however, that I appreciated was a detail exposed in the finale. With said twist, there could be a sequel to this dystopian vision of the future.
I recommend seeing this film on a DVD from redbox, but if you are one for dystopian thrillers, this movie may be a good pick for you.
One touch, however, that I appreciated was a detail exposed in the finale. With said twist, there could be a sequel to this dystopian vision of the future.
I recommend seeing this film on a DVD from redbox, but if you are one for dystopian thrillers, this movie may be a good pick for you.