In this 2014 Sci Fi movie directed by Neil Burger (limitless) based on the novel by Veronica Roth. We are immersed into a future earth where society is split into factions based on virtues. I sat down in the cinema and was pleasantly surprised to find that this wasn't just another hunger games. I admit there is an element of "arm candy" and "shoulder to cry on" in the lead actor Theo James who plays Four (I know) he quickly shows that he can act and pulls off a half decent role. The film pulls you in with a solid cast including Kate Winslet as Jeanine Matthews the leader of one faction and the lead role played by Shailene Woodley as Beatrice Prior, she commands presence on screen and at times I could barely take my eyes off her. Lookout also for Zoe Kravitz and Jai Courtney who both are memorable. Gritty in part which surprised me with great cinematography throughout (you get a great feeling of the barren wastes and dystopian surroundings). I haven't read the books but you get the feeling that this first instalment has done a good job of staying true to its origins. The main plot line is that when you come of age you are tested to see which faction fits your personality. You then choose to go with the outcome or you may choose any faction, once you have made your choice you stay with that faction for life. "Trice" finds out she is divergent and that's the springboard into the film. I firmly believe this script is a good start to finish and though at times I saw what was coming next and the fact that this is only the beginning of yet another ongoing franchise. It gets a firm 7 out of 10.
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