6 reasons to see Divergent NOW!

Divergent is based on the best-selling book by American author Veronica Roth and is a high-energy action/drama set in a post apocalyptic world in which every human being must be placed into a particular clan and conform to the rules and morals of that clan to avoid any conflict that may stir another World War.  Despite the rigid rules of this new society and the brutal control of its rulers including the sinister Jeanine Matthews (Kate Winslet from Titanic), there are few whose personality tests which place them in clans, prove divergent - their characters do not conform to any of the existing clans.  Unfortunately for lead character Trice (Shailene Woodley from the Descendents) being a divergent means she will most likely be killed for her unique personality as the villainous Winslet goes to extremes, including mass murder, to rid society of anyone that is different.  What we get is a powerful film with an amazing performance by new star Woodley.  Here are 6 reasons to see the film now! 


1. Shailene! Shailene! Shailene!  Most remember Shailene Woodley for her role as George Clooney's daughter in 'The Descendants' but in Divergent she transforms into a stunning lead actress who is surprisingly capable of handling the large scale fight sequences and physical demands of the lead role of Trice.  Take my word you will fall in love with her from the first scene.

2. Fans of the Hunger Games and other young adult adventure/drama films will be fully satiated with the high-energy action sequences and all the political intrigue of the post-apocalyptic world.

3. A break from zombies, werewolves and other assorted popular horror characters.  Learning from the giant flop that was 'The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones', Divergent stays true to its source material  and portrays a compelling story of a young woman who can't conform to a rigid society.  Added enjoyment includes the love story between Shailene and new British heart-throb Theo James which will satisfy fans of romantic/action pieces including Twilight Fans since despite not being vampires, Shailene and Theo are convincing as a couple that finds love despite the horrific world they share.

4. Amazing guest appearances.  Herds of your favourite popular character actors make appearances including Fitz himself, Tony Goldwyn, from 'Scandal' as Trice's father, cult hit phenomenon Maggie Q from Nikita and Mekhi Phifer.   Ashley Judd also plays a significant role as Trice's mother and does some pretty good action sequences reminiscent of her popular action movies; Oscar winner Kate Winslet from 'Titanic' brings a bizarre, sinister poise to the villain. 

5. Amazing plot.  What I particularly liked about this film is the story at the heart of all the adrenaline driven action sequences.  The film is really a metaphor for those of us who have never felt 100% normal or fitted in with society's rules of what should and should not be done.  It's every religious persecution, sexual identity and feminist rights struggle wrapped up into a tour-de-force film.  It's amazing how Trice's character is portrayed as she is able to think differently and resolve trials in a way that no one else in the society can.  It's your childhood rebel fantasy come true!

6. Kate Winslet gets the butt-whooping she deserved since 1998.  For those of us who ever wanted revenge on Kate Winslet for not giving Jack any space on that piece of debris in 'Titanic', there is a brutal 'cat fight' between Shailene and Winslet.  Yes, Kate finally gets her nether regions kicked for her bad decisions in 'Titanic'.  

See Divergent NOW.  Well worth the money.

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