Rotten
This might be an anti-pharmaceutical, anti-cult, anti-plot, anti-suspense allegory. It could also just be Thanksgiving at your robot-zombie in-laws.
Wesley Morris, Grantland
The Giver
Search for truth. Find freedom.
2014 · 1h 37m · PG-13
Drama, Science Fiction
Directed by
Phillip Noyce
Overview
In a seemingly perfect community, without war, pain, suffering, differences or choice, a young boy is chosen to learn from an elderly man about the true pain and pleasure of the "real" world.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
Rotten
For much of the movie, viewers will be asking themselves where the conflict is. And, by extension, the drama.
John Anderson, Wall Street Journal
Fresh
The Giver is more simple and raw than the rest of today's teen dystopias that try to cram in unnecessary backstory and love triangles.
Amy Nicholson, L.A. Weekly
Fresh
As Jonas, Brenton Thwaites brings thoughtful wonder to the role of a young man who is thrilled and frightened by what he learns.
Lisa Kennedy, Denver Post
Rotten
The magic gets lost in translation.
Richard Roeper, Richard Roeper.com
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