I should have posted this days ago, but I've been kind of lazy, as well as preoccupied with other things.
Apparently, this is based on a book that I didn't even know existed. Anyway, I really enjoyed the film. This review is going to be short and sweet because I don't want to go into detail about it (mainly because you should just go see it). The cinematography was beautiful, and I'm certain they used real life footage of events that actually happened throughout history. That was a nice touch. Brenton Thwaites (Jonas) did a marvelous job reacting to the things his character saw/experienced. How would one react to seeing an elephant for the first time? Especially if they only learned their existence moments prior? Great acting on his part, honestly.
Read the book, see the film, whatever, just partake in this thrilling and beautiful story.
I give The Giver 7 out of 10.
