The Darkest Minds
After a disease kills 98% of America's children, the surviving 2% develop superpowers and are placed in internment camps. A 16-year-old girl escapes her camp and joins a group of other teens on the run from the government.
Critics Sentiment
Ruby realizes she erased her parents' memories of her
Ruby erases Liam's memories of her before he leaves
The film drops significantly from the emotional peak of Ruby's parental revelation to the divisive memory-erasing finale that frustrated critics.
Critics found The Darkest Minds to be a competently made but derivative YA dystopian film elevated by strong performances, particularly from Amandla Stenberg. While the emotional moments and character chemistry resonated well, reviewers were frustrated by the familiar tropes, predictable plot beats, and unsatisfying sequel-bait ending. The film was praised for its themes and casting but criticized for lacking the thrills needed to distinguish itself in the crowded dystopian teen market.
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Amandla Stenberg
Ruby Daly
Harris Dickinson
Liam Stewart
Patrick Gibson
Clancy Gray
Skylan Brooks
Charles 'Chubs' Meriwether
Mandy Moore
Cate Connor
Miya Cech
Suzume
Mark O'Brien
Rob Meadows
Gwendoline Christie
Lady Jane
Grace DeAmicis
Grace Somerfield
Faye Foley
Sam Dahl
Wallace Langham
Dr. Viceroy
Golden Brooks
Molly Daly
Sammi Rotibi
Paul Daly
McCarrie McCausland
Mike
Logan Siu
Hayes
Ethan Alexander McGee
Teenage Boy
Lidya Jewett
Young Ruby Daly
Bradley Whitford
President Gray
Wade Williams
The Captain
Drew Scheid
Arguing Kid
Crew
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