Insurgent (2015)

“One choice can transform you-or it can destroy you. But every choice has consequences, and as unrest surges in the factions all around her, Tris Prior must continue trying to save those she loves--and herself--while grappling with haunting questions of grief and forgiveness, identity and loyalty, politics and love. Tris's initiation day should have been marked by celebration and victory with her chosen faction; instead, the day ended with unspeakable horrors.War now looms as conflict between the factions and their ideologies grows. And in times of war, sides must be chosen, secrets will emerge, and choices will become even more irrevocable--and even more powerful. Transformed by her own decisions but also by haunting grief and guilt, radical new discoveries, and shifting relationships. Tris must fully embrace her Divergence, even if she does not know what she may lose by doing so.”

Director: Robert Schwentke

Writers: Brian Duffield (screenplay), Akiva Goldsman (screenplay)

Stars: Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Theo James

Runtime: 119 minutes

Synopsis:

"The Divergent Series" has always been judged against movie series’ like "Hunger Games" and "Harry Potter". While the concept is a bit alike, the story got its' own plus points. Continuing "Divergent", "Insurgent" isn't really like its' predecessor. It's faster and more thrilling than ever, filled with breathtaking hunts and chases as well as ingenious visuals.

"Insurgent" follows Tris (Shailene Woodley), Four (Theo James), and the others on the run from Jeanine Matthews (Kate Winslet) who is hunting divergents (first movie is recommended to understand the story that follows in this movie). Another plot that includes a mystery box, which only divergents could open through simulations, is also pretty inventive.

Doubting it would be good, it turns out to be better than expected. Not only the story is faster, the risks are higher and it creates a darker tone. The actors were well suited for the characters similar to the first installment. It is the change of director that marked an advancement over the last one. Robert Shwenke gives more anxiety to the audience with enough visuals that could make your heart race.

Not saying the movie doesn't have any flaws. There's a bit of problem with the script which is either the movie's strength or weakness. Some scenes are not very well executed. But, that doesn't really matter to the experience as a whole. Thankfully, the action scenes overcome its flaws.

Looking too closely into the book series and comparing it to the film, yes of course there will be many things missed and left out but what can you really do about having a limited time span and budget? As true fans, I would believe the love of the books should extend to the love of the film because that’s what true fans do. Not to mention, the effort from the filmmakers to maintain the identity and integrity of the books in the movie, is a job well done.

If you loved "Divergent", there's no doubt you're going to love this. All in all, it’s a pleasing experience.

Cast:

	Kate Winslet	...	Jeanine
	Jai Courney	...	Eric
	Mekhi Phifer	...	Max
	Shailene Woodley	...	Tris
	Theo James	...	Four
	Ansel Elgort	...	Caleb
	Miles Teller	...	Peter