The Giver

The Giver
The Giver
Genres: Drama, Science Fiction
Rating: 6.55
Language: en
Year:2014
Country:US
Budget: 25 000 000 $
Runtime: 1h 37min
Cast: Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Katie Holmes, Cameron Monaghan, Taylor Swift, Alexander Skarsgård, Odeya Rush
Tags: 2040s, alternative reality, anti conformity, based on novel or book, based on young adult novel, color, dystopia, memory, new love

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Description:

In this thought-provoking film, we are introduced to a utopian society where peace and harmony prevail, as all individuals live without the burdens of war, pain, suffering, differences or choices. However, beneath the surface lies an untold secret - the existence of another world where life's true pleasures and pains are felt.Our story follows a young boy who is selected to be initiated into this hidden realm by an elderly mentor. Through his interactions with the old man, the boy begins to experience emotions and sensations he has never known before, as they navigate through challenges, heartbreaks, triumphs, and joys together. The journey delves into the human condition and questions the value of a life without hardships and choices, as our protagonist learns that true growth comes from embracing life's complexities.As the boy uncovers the beauty of existence in its rawest form, he faces the dilemma of whether to return to his sheltered community or to remain in this new world, forever altered by the lessons and experiences gained. The film masterfully balances themes of self-discovery, human connection, and the power of choice in an evocative exploration of what it truly means to be alive.

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