Young Ones
Young Ones

Young Ones

2014Movie100 minEnglish

In a future where water is scarce, a farmer defends his land and hopes to rejuvenate his parched soil. However, his daughter's boyfriend schemes to steal the land for himself.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users65%
Director: Jake PaltrowGenres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

In a drought-stricken future, Ernest Holm struggles to keep his family's farm operational and survive. His ambitious father, Robert, has developed a radical and dangerous way to extract water from the earth. When things take a dark turn, Ernest must protect his younger brother, Thomas, and his ailing mother, Catherine, from the increasingly desperate and violent actions of his father.

Critical Reception

Young Ones received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its unique premise, stylish visuals, and strong performances, particularly from Nicholas Hoult and Michael Shannon. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat uneven and the world-building less developed than it could have been, leading to a polarized but generally appreciated effort within the sci-fi genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious concept and striking visual design.
  • Noted for solid performances from its lead actors.
  • Criticized by some for pacing issues and underdeveloped plot elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Young Ones' to be an interesting and visually engaging science fiction film, with many appreciating the performances and the unique premise. However, a segment of viewers felt the story could have been more cohesive and impactful, leading to a decent but not universally acclaimed reception.

Fun Fact

Director Jake Paltrow, brother of Gwyneth Paltrow, made his directorial debut with 'Young Ones'.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

No pun intended, but this is a really dry drama that assembles a decent enough cast but struggles with a really thin story. Climate change has played havoc with the water supply and so a sort of bartering arrangement has evolved between tho...