The Source
The Source

The Source

2001Movie97 minEnglish

Four outcast teenagers acquire mystical powers that allow them to become gods on campus, with deadly consequences.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Chuck BowmanGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, humanity's survival depends on a mysterious energy source known as The Source. When a deadly virus begins to spread, a hardened pilot is tasked with a perilous mission to retrieve the Source. Along the way, she must confront her own past and the moral ambiguities of a world desperate to survive.

Critical Reception

The Source received a generally mixed to negative reception, often criticized for its underdeveloped plot and inconsistent tone, though some noted its ambitious concept within a direct-to-video science fiction framework.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a convoluted narrative that fails to engage.
  • Performances are uneven, with some actors failing to elevate the material.
  • Despite its sci-fi premise, the execution lacks originality and impact.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Source' is scarce due to its limited release and niche appeal, with available feedback suggesting a generally unimpressed viewership.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of direct-to-video science fiction movies in the early 2000s, often featuring recognizable actors in lower-budget productions.

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