Alice

In a dystopian future, a young woman named Alice lives in a secluded, protected community. When she begins to question the rules and her reality, she embarks on a dangerous journey outside the walls, uncovering dark secrets about her society and the world beyond. She must confront the truth and fight for her freedom.

Rupert Wyatt's 'Alice' received mixed reviews, with critics praising its ambitious world-building and visual style but often criticizing its pacing and predictable plot. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its thought-provoking themes and others finding it derivative of other dystopian narratives.

• Praised for its striking visual design and intriguing premise.

• Criticized for a slow pace and a narrative that struggles to maintain momentum.

• The film's thematic explorations of identity and control were noted but not always fully realized.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Alice' to be a visually interesting film with a solid concept. Many appreciated the performances, particularly Brie Larson's. However, a significant portion of reviewers felt the plot was somewhat formulaic and lacked originality, echoing criticisms that it felt like a familiar take on the dystopian genre.

Although the film is set in a post-apocalyptic world, the filmmakers aimed for a clean, sterile aesthetic for the community's interior, contrasting sharply with the overgrown, wild exterior to emphasize the theme of artificiality versus nature.