Released at that time where similar franchises boomed and the likes of The Hunger games and Maze Runner were wildly successful this fell in the middle of the pack. It doesn't feel as well fleshed out as the others with details of the events being sparingly shown in the very background of scenes and such you don't feel any major catalyst or trigger for the story. The characters are troubled and it interestingly explores some complex ideas regarding mental health and issues facing teens, oddly quite relevant in contemporary times compared to its release. The story is a little bland it's all about reconnecting with each other, essentially the tale of Odysseus but falls into the B list of science fiction films with little happening and such the deaths of characters don't have much impact. Carried really well by a cast of still rising stars in the shape of Saoirse Ronan, George McKay and perhaps most notable of all Tom Holland who's charming throughout. Despite a trio of solid performances the story is bland and such it's a bit stale, still an interesting premise but as the title suggests it's not really one I'd be rushing to rewatch at any time. Decent but nothing more
Review of How I Live Now
