Scanners

In a world where people with extraordinary mental abilities, known as 'scanners', are hunted by a shadowy government agency, a young woman named Elle discovers her own latent powers. Forced to go on the run, she teams up with a rogue scanner and a cynical detective to expose the conspiracy and fight for survival against those who wish to exploit or eliminate them.

Scanners (2017) was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its ambitious concept and attempts at originality within the sci-fi horror genre, many found the execution lacking. The pacing, plot development, and characterizations were frequently cited as weaknesses, failing to live up to the potential of its premise.

• Despite a compelling premise, the film struggles with inconsistent pacing and underdeveloped characters.

• The visual effects and action sequences, while present, are often uninspired.

• Ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion or a fresh take on the telepathic thriller genre.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a mediocre entry in the genre, with some appreciating the attempt at a new story but many expressing disappointment with its execution and lack of memorable moments.

The 2017 film 'Scanners' is not a remake or sequel to the original 1981 David Cronenberg film of the same name, but rather a standalone television series pilot that was not picked up for a full series.