The Island
In 2019, Lincoln Six-Echo is a resident of a seemingly "Utopian" but contained facility. Like all of the inhabitants of this carefully-controlled environment, Lincoln hopes to be chosen to go to The Island — reportedly the last uncontaminated location on the planet. But Lincoln soon discovers that everything about his existence is a lie.
Critics Sentiment
Lincoln discovers the lottery leads to organ harvesting not paradise
Tom Lincoln betrays the clones to Merrick and Laurent
The film peaks with Lincoln's discovery of the organ harvesting truth, then drops significantly during the middle act betrayal and exposition scenes before recovering for the action climax.
The Island starts strong with praised world-building and an effective sci-fi premise that builds to a powerful revelation. While critics consistently noted the film shifts from thoughtful dystopian thriller to typical Michael Bay action spectacle, most found both halves entertaining despite feeling they don't mesh perfectly. The film maintains solid audience appeal throughout, with particular praise for the cast chemistry and several standout action sequences.
Full cast
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Ewan McGregor
Lincoln Six Echo / Tom Lincoln
Scarlett Johansson
Jordan Two Delta / Sarah Jordan
Djimon Hounsou
Albert Laurent
Sean Bean
Dr. Bernard Merrick
Steve Buscemi
James 'Mac' McCord
Michael Clarke Duncan
Starkweather Two Delta / Jamal Starkweather
Ethan Phillips
Jones Three Echo
Brian Stepanek
Gandu Three Echo
Noa Tishby
Community Announcer
Siobhan Flynn
Lima One Alpha
Troy Blendell
Laurent Team Member
Jamie McBride
Laurent Team Member
Kevin McCorkle
Laurent Team Member
Gary Nickens
Laurent Team Member
Kathleen Rose Perkins
Laurent Team Member
Katy Boyer
Harvest Surgeon
Wendy Haines
Harvest Nurse
Glenn Morshower
Medical Courier
Shawnee Smith
Suzie
Max Baker
Chief of Incubation
Crew
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