Fallen
Fallen

Fallen

2017Movie75 minEnglish

A humanizing look at line-of-duty police deaths across the country, and how these losses effect those close to the fallen, as well as the communities they serve.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users48%
Director: Scott HicksGenres: Mystery, Romance, Thriller, Supernatural

Plot Summary

A young woman, Luce, finds herself drawn to a mysterious and troubled boy named Daniel, whom she feels she has known forever. As their connection deepens, Luce uncovers secrets about Daniel's past and a dark supernatural world that surrounds him. She must navigate a dangerous love triangle and confront a destiny she never imagined.

Critical Reception

Fallen received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film to be a convoluted and uninspired adaptation of the popular young adult novel. While some acknowledged the chemistry between the leads, most criticized the slow pacing, predictable plot, and underdeveloped supernatural elements. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many book fans expressing disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a muddled plot and uneven pacing, failing to capture the magic of its source material.
  • The supernatural elements are underdeveloped and lack a compelling explanation.
  • Despite decent performances from the leads, the overall execution is uninspired and predictable.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with many finding the story to be slow and the supernatural aspects confusing or unconvincing. However, some viewers appreciated the romantic elements and the actors' performances.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the best-selling novel series of the same name by Lauren Kate, which has sold over 10 million copies worldwide.

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