Based on the best-selling novel by Scott Westerfeld, Uglies arrives on Netflix on September 13, 2024. Directed by McG, this sci-fi film tells the story of Tally, played by Joey King, who lives in a dystopian future where cosmetic surgery is mandatory from the age of 16. As she looks forward to this transformation, one of her friends mysteriously disappears, triggering a quest that challenges all her beliefs about beauty and society.
In a future where cosmetic surgery is imposed on all teenagers from the age of 16 to conform to beauty standards, Tally eagerly awaits her turn to become "perfect". But when her friend Shay runs away to escape this transformation, Tally sets out to find her. Her journey leads her to discover a hidden world where notions of beauty and appearance are turned upside down. Faced with difficult choices, Tally must decide whether to follow society's rules or rebel against the system that controls her.
Uglies is aimed at fans of dystopian sci-fi and adventure films, in the tradition of franchises such as Divergente and Hunger Games. The film questions beauty standards and social control, themes that will resonate with teenagers and young adults. With a strong heroine played by Joey King and a talented cast including Chase Stokes, Brianne Tju and Laverne Cox, Uglies promises to be both a captivating thriller and a reflection on societal pressures linked to physical appearance.
Starring Joey King, Uglies offers a profound reflection on beauty, identity and rebellion in a dystopian future. This sci-fi adventure film, due on Netflix September 13, 2024, is a must-see for fans of dystopian tales where the quest for truth and freedom takes on a poignant dimension.
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