Beautiful People
Beautiful People

Movie spotlight

Beautiful People

2014
Movie
75 min
English

A group of thieves have the tables turned on them during a home invasion. Hidden in the basement they find the remains of secret viral lab experiments gone savagely wrong. Now they must escape before they are infected with a new strain of virus that turns its victims into mutated psychopaths.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users75%
Director: Justin ChadwickGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in the early 1960s, the film tells the story of a young woman navigating societal expectations and personal desires. She finds herself caught between a passionate affair and the prospect of a more conventional life. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and the constraints placed upon women in that era.

Critical Reception

Beautiful People received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its narrative predictable and its characters underdeveloped. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, the film ultimately failed to leave a significant impact, often criticized for its formulaic approach to romance and drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of originality and emotional depth.

  • Performances are generally decent, but can't salvage the weak script.

  • Visually appealing but ultimately a forgettable romantic drama.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some found the period setting and romantic elements to be pleasant, many felt the story lacked substance and failed to be truly engaging. Common complaints mention a predictable plot and a desire for more character development.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a television series before being adapted into a feature film.

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