Divergent
Summit Entertainment | Release Date: March 21, 2014
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sinadoomMar 23, 2015
Good movie. Feels epic in style, quite grand. It is gripping right from the start, and has an interesting theme and universe. However, the characters and factions are not explored in sufficient depth. It has great potential and the world andGood movie. Feels epic in style, quite grand. It is gripping right from the start, and has an interesting theme and universe. However, the characters and factions are not explored in sufficient depth. It has great potential and the world and camera angles are fabulous. However, the story is lacklustre at best and, to be honest, not much happens given its length. The directors should've spent more time exploring the backstory.… Expand
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Tss5078Dec 7, 2014
When I first heard about Divergent, I though the first Hunger Games rip off was upon us, and besides that the whole story seemed somewhat confusing. It is Science Fiction and Directed by Neil Berger, the mind behind Limitless, so I decided toWhen I first heard about Divergent, I though the first Hunger Games rip off was upon us, and besides that the whole story seemed somewhat confusing. It is Science Fiction and Directed by Neil Berger, the mind behind Limitless, so I decided to give it a shot, and it was the best idea I had in a long time.
In a post war America, the city of Chicago is fenced off from the rest of the world, and has split into five factions of people. At the age of 18, all citizens must take an aptitude test, to determine where they belong. Beatrice (Shailene Woodley) is one of the girls taking the test as the movie starts, and her results show that she has an aptitude for all five factions, making her Divergent. Divergent's are highly intelligent, rebellious, and seen as a threat to the Government, so she hides her results and joins Dauntless, the equivalent of the National Guard in Chicago. During her rough training, the now renamed Trice, meets up with Four (Theo James) who she has an instant connection to, but who is also a threat to her secret identity. One thing that was never explained is why these people have to take the aptitude test, if they are allowed to join whichever faction they choose. It's a major plot hole and the only reason this film didn't receive 5 stars, as I really hate plot holes. Shailene Woodley stars as Trice, making the jump from TV to film, and she has done it with a bang. In much the same way Jennifer Lawrence was the perfect choice to play Katniss, Woodley was perfect for the role of Trice, and brought so much more to the film than I ever thought she would. Theo James is also terrific as Four, the mysterious trainer and love interest of Trice, and together the team is the perfect pair. Divergent is highly original, really well written, and introduced Hollywood to a whole slew of new stars, not to mention it's Director, Neil Burger, is on one hell of a successful run of films. Divergent has everything I look for in a film and in my favorite genre, and for that it is now one of our must see movies!… Expand
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Jes1310Aug 25, 2020
I did not enjoy Divergent as much as my daughter (aged 13) but I really enjoy that her age now allow us to watch movies that we both like. So I highly recommend watching Divergent with your teen, if they are into sci-fi. Divergent for adultsI did not enjoy Divergent as much as my daughter (aged 13) but I really enjoy that her age now allow us to watch movies that we both like. So I highly recommend watching Divergent with your teen, if they are into sci-fi. Divergent for adults only not so much...… Expand
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jgzegerSep 22, 2018
If it weren't for Shailene Woodley, this movie would have been a zero as the plot is really dumb.
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csw12Jul 27, 2014
Not up to the caliber of " The Hunger Games" but a solid film that gives a good dose of excitement in the final 30 minutes. Divergent might be a tad long but good acting by Winslet and Woodley make for an interesting series to come.
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Trev29Jul 27, 2014
While its premise is a little silly, Divergent manages to be entertaining even with noticeably bad and corny moments. I was impressed enough to be interested in what happens next.
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MisterKSMar 25, 2014
I enjoyed it thoroughly, and not because i've already read the book. It's very exciting and heart-racing. I know it's a tad bit like "The Hunger Games", but there's a distinct difference about the two of them. I love Shailene Woodley and TheoI enjoyed it thoroughly, and not because i've already read the book. It's very exciting and heart-racing. I know it's a tad bit like "The Hunger Games", but there's a distinct difference about the two of them. I love Shailene Woodley and Theo James, they're the key ingredient of the movie. Plus... Kate Winslet being so cold you just don't care even a bit. Watch it and be the judge yourself.… Expand
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sanyrubJan 25, 2015
The movie is entertaining enough and there are really talented people involved, but the script is weak and the story in general does not quiet take off. It is decent and the best thing is probably that there is room for improvement in theThe movie is entertaining enough and there are really talented people involved, but the script is weak and the story in general does not quiet take off. It is decent and the best thing is probably that there is room for improvement in the upcoming sequels. Just for when you have a couple of hours you don´t know what to do and have seen all the other better films out there.… Expand
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C3realkillahSep 14, 2014
Well I watched divergent...the movie I thought was just a rip off of the hunger games and...I WAS DEAD WRONG!!! let me tell you I LOVED this movie and I don't buy a lot of movies but I'm definitely picking this one up. I think it beats theWell I watched divergent...the movie I thought was just a rip off of the hunger games and...I WAS DEAD WRONG!!! let me tell you I LOVED this movie and I don't buy a lot of movies but I'm definitely picking this one up. I think it beats the hunger games by a long shot. It's darker, had me on the edge of my seat, had some feels it is just IMO better than hunger games. Let me get to the review because I could go on and on about how much I love this movie. The premise seemed hunger game like and the factions and even some themes are the same the movies are vastly different. The factions and story were amazing. I've seen themes like these before but my god this movie put them to good use and wasn't generic like I thought it was. The characters Triss and four were well rounded and full of personality. The dauntless faction (my favorite of course) was so entertaining watching the initiation, training, the hardships of war and suffering to come out stronger than ever. The way the twist came and the final act of the movie was intense, jaw dropping, Had me raging (in a good way) and had some MAJOR FEELS and doesn't need spoiling at all! The action, special effects, fight scenes, and actors were all amazing. It definitely is a great movie and deserves higher reviews and praise then I seen it been getting. This is hands down one of my fav movies and I only have a handful of favorites. It definitely shouldn't be passed off as generic or rip off in anyway. I highly recommend it to those who like the hunger games or other scifi young adult adventure films. I will definitely be seeing the sequels and reading the books (and I hardly ever read) I give this movie a 9.5. I really can't find anything wrong with it except the cliffhanger ending. It was just AMAZING. You owe it to yourself to watch this atleast give it a try who knows you might come out loving it like I did!! 9.5/10… Expand
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BrianMcCriticSep 10, 2014
While it is at least thirty minutes to long, Divergent offers up a half way decent time. Comparisons with The Hunger Games are fair though its not as good, but not Twilight which still sits as one of the worst franchises in the last tenWhile it is at least thirty minutes to long, Divergent offers up a half way decent time. Comparisons with The Hunger Games are fair though its not as good, but not Twilight which still sits as one of the worst franchises in the last ten years. Shailene Woodley's presence on screen definitely helps make some of the less interesting things about the story at least watchable and contributes to a solid start to a new franchise. B… Expand
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ViolettFeb 3, 2018
9 for the first part, 5 for the second, 7 in total. Seriously, this lovestory ruined everything. Actually pretty cool post-apocalyptic mid-budget movie, reminded me of Aeon Flux, but this one is even better.
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displeasedJul 12, 2014
I don't have a lot to say about Divergent. It's not spectacular, it's not terrible. There's nothing that feels insincere or insulting to the intellect. Most importantly, the central message of the movie is one that's very important forI don't have a lot to say about Divergent. It's not spectacular, it's not terrible. There's nothing that feels insincere or insulting to the intellect. Most importantly, the central message of the movie is one that's very important for society to hear in an age where claustrophobic peer pressure assaults us at all hours of the day, and where fitting in is seen as more valuable than hanging on to individual worth… Expand
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Tessara_VejganDec 4, 2014
Another bad movie released this year. Story is not very good. Acting is not very good. I was bored most of the time. This entire idea about how they are divided into factions is pretty stupid to me.
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Darkin20Apr 28, 2014
This movie feels a lot like Twilight meets Hunger Games. I didn't mind and kind of liked the romance portions but there were several logic red flags that kept me from enjoying this movie more. Don't want to spoil too much but there are partsThis movie feels a lot like Twilight meets Hunger Games. I didn't mind and kind of liked the romance portions but there were several logic red flags that kept me from enjoying this movie more. Don't want to spoil too much but there are parts that make you question the validity of the world they created, like why is the leader of the brave group bent on teaching through fear. Should that not be something someone should have stopped early on? Regardless, it is not a bad movie, just could have been much more.… Expand
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6
TheApplegnomeJun 6, 2015
Boring, weird and lack of uniqueness. But still watchable.

I’m going to keep this short. There’s a lot of weird **** that made no sense. It’s slow and boring through 66 % of the movie. The CGI is vague at some places and the plot is notBoring, weird and lack of uniqueness. But still watchable.

I’m going to keep this short. There’s a lot of weird **** that made no sense. It’s slow and boring through 66 % of the movie. The CGI is vague at some places and the plot is not unique. The soundtrack does lack of epicness. The chemistry between the main characters is forced, but the main character is still great. The ending is action-packed, I really liked it! But the movie is very predicable and the ending could have been better.

Divergent is very overrated. But it’s still worth to watch, it you got time for a ****ty movie, which I don’t!

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5
DexterVaneSep 6, 2014
In itself an interesting concept, the movie was riddled with cliches and was dragged out a lot longer than necessary. I'm not too sure about the actors either. Very mixed performances. But overall enjoyable, although not amazing in any way
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lazatoyApr 9, 2016
Divergent is the epitome of YA Novel based movie cliches, and what do they craft? Mediocre writing, poor character development, but, also a few interesting scenes.

Personally, I didn't enjoy it as much, but, I can sort of understand whyDivergent is the epitome of YA Novel based movie cliches, and what do they craft? Mediocre writing, poor character development, but, also a few interesting scenes.

Personally, I didn't enjoy it as much, but, I can sort of understand why some people might have.… Expand
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SpezzSep 30, 2014
The Movie haven't great change from the book and i like this.
The film is a little long, but the history is really big.
A blockbuster movie, not a masterpiece but also not a **** :)
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lukechristianscDec 21, 2014
Okay i wasn't a fan of 'The Hunger Games' series that much, divergent didn't disappoint what so ever. As a reader i admire and am entertained by the book itself cause author Veronica Roth creates characters that absorbing to the DivergentOkay i wasn't a fan of 'The Hunger Games' series that much, divergent didn't disappoint what so ever. As a reader i admire and am entertained by the book itself cause author Veronica Roth creates characters that absorbing to the Divergent Series, She creates Psychology futuristic events in the divergent world that makes this book and this movie fun! some screenwriters take popular books make a screenplay can actually be **** like Percy Jackson or The Hunger Games and makes an adaptation then it become a disaster or it comes ok i guess. These Screenwriters did understand the book and what they can do to make it better as a script thats what screenwriters should do often as they make adaptations. The movie is Woodley plays Tris so well she was mean't for this role to play this so well her characteristics fit perfectly in the novel and through out this film. Director Neil Burger makes Roth's vision a reality in this movie and thats everyone dream in a movie.… Expand
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CherryxldNov 23, 2014
Divergent, sin dudas, está un poco infravalorada, el film es entretenido y su historia es interesante, le hace falta mejores críticas de las que tiene, ya que la película, en general, es buena.
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chwMar 12, 2015
Divergent is the most clichéd movie I've seen so far. If there weren't any clichés, there would still be the terrible acting. If there wasn't any terrible acting and no clichés, there would be no movie.
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lkalibaJul 23, 2014
Though it can be cliché and predictable at times, "Divergent" is a loyal adaptation that moderately succeeds due to its solid acting, visual panache, and adequate direction.
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SimpleReviewzMar 23, 2014
Before starting, let's just say first that I DID read the book, so this review will be from that perspective. Overall, I was disappointed with Divergent. It kinda betrays what the book was. Dialogue is different, scenes are changed and orBefore starting, let's just say first that I DID read the book, so this review will be from that perspective. Overall, I was disappointed with Divergent. It kinda betrays what the book was. Dialogue is different, scenes are changed and or cut out, and it just doesn't feel as special as it should be. Theo James and Shailene Woodley were very, very good in terms of acting, and just a great pick, too. Miles Teller is almost as good. The other characters? Meh. Just your typical teens. The action held up, but was nothing extraordinary. Remember how I said dialogue was different? Well, yep, the script is just plain boring. In terms of the scenes, some of the great ones are cut out. Come on Hollywood, know what scenes to cut out when your making a movie based on a book. Yes, the book is LOONG, so they had to make some sacrifices. One of my favorite parts of the book is how much you see Tris change. Here, it is slightly noticeable, but not to the book's degree. I'm about to talk about the ending, so watch out for spoilers. IT PISSED ME OFF. IT'S BARELY ANYTHING LIKE THE BOOK'S, AND IT MIGHT EVEN BETRAY THE NEXT MOVIE. Overall, Divergent feels like a mixed bag. You have your good parts, and complete opposites. Its not as bad as the terrible Twilight junk, but still not worthy enough to stand up with the best. (hint, hint HUNGER GAMES!)… Expand
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NosnevetsMar 26, 2014
Divergent was a fun movie, but was lacking at parts. I was expecting more due to the trailer which led me to get fidgety near the end. I thought the main point of the movie would be that because she was divergent she was different and couldDivergent was a fun movie, but was lacking at parts. I was expecting more due to the trailer which led me to get fidgety near the end. I thought the main point of the movie would be that because she was divergent she was different and could lead the people into a better tomorrow, but instead the majority of the film she spent denying being that way to fit in and stay out of trouble. Seemed a bit whiney to me, but I'm sure that's just me. Then it seemed to digress into a Twilight film for a good chunk of the film, which I am sure more than a couple people were unhappy about. Also, they brought in an interesting detail with what might lie outside the walls then proceeded to chat about it for about 5 minutes or less. Nothing more came of it. I was expecting something very exciting to happen there, but it didn't. Sequel opening? I haven't read the book. If I had I'm not sure I would rate this higher or lower but overall it was enjoyable and would have been more so if I had gone in without the high expectations from the trailer.… Expand
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DemirsoyMar 29, 2014
It was a good movie but I wish I could read review so I didn't waste my money to go theater for watch it. I don't like ending. it seems like okay lets end it! or it is saying to audience, we will make second one and get ur money. I don'tIt was a good movie but I wish I could read review so I didn't waste my money to go theater for watch it. I don't like ending. it seems like okay lets end it! or it is saying to audience, we will make second one and get ur money. I don't think I will go to if they make second one. I wish i didn't go. You could watch it at home. it is not that bad.… Expand
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AmisThysiaApr 6, 2014
I thought the acting and character development was fantastic, which is the purpose of the long run-time. There's a growing trend these days to make films shorter and shorter to suit our ADHD-levels of attention span, fitting the timing toI thought the acting and character development was fantastic, which is the purpose of the long run-time. There's a growing trend these days to make films shorter and shorter to suit our ADHD-levels of attention span, fitting the timing to plot rather than to the time needed to make us connect with the characters. Divergent managed to avoid that, and I think this is where its strength lies - characters, rather than plot. The plot is enjoyable enough, but as others have noted, aspects of it are two-dimensional or don't make much sense, and parts of it feel too stretched-out or too rushed at times. Overall, if you're looking for a good dystopian sci-fi flick with some actual, realistic, relatable human characters in it (sometimes hard to come by in sci-fi), you're not going to go wrong with Divergent. If you're looking for a deep Orwellian analysis of society or for a solidly plot-driven film, you might want to give it a miss.… Expand
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jammo1994May 2, 2014
I think this movie is brilliant and its one of those where you wont need to read the books to get it but you will want due to the pure genius that is divergent the only thing that keeps me putting this at a seven is it just seems likeI think this movie is brilliant and its one of those where you wont need to read the books to get it but you will want due to the pure genius that is divergent the only thing that keeps me putting this at a seven is it just seems like something i've seen before and probally will see again due to the buzz over the hunger games… Expand
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Viper8787Feb 14, 2015
Better than I expected it to be. It gave a big hunger games feel as i was watching it as it is sort of similar to it. Has some good action scenes that were excellently shot. Some points did get boring as nothing was really going on,but anBetter than I expected it to be. It gave a big hunger games feel as i was watching it as it is sort of similar to it. Has some good action scenes that were excellently shot. Some points did get boring as nothing was really going on,but an entertaining enough movie.… Expand
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samthebeastMay 21, 2014
I think this series has a very bright future ahead of it and that it is better than the hunger games by a long shot. The best thing is that the female character isn't emotionless she is a heroine full of heart and emotion and build herI think this series has a very bright future ahead of it and that it is better than the hunger games by a long shot. The best thing is that the female character isn't emotionless she is a heroine full of heart and emotion and build her character up through the movie… Expand
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random_person23May 28, 2014
When I first watched this movie, I loved it so much because the cast is amazing and the story is interesting. But then I read the book. I still think it is a great movie but, they left out many details. If they hadn't changed a few things,When I first watched this movie, I loved it so much because the cast is amazing and the story is interesting. But then I read the book. I still think it is a great movie but, they left out many details. If they hadn't changed a few things, the movie would have been better. The writers and the director could have done a better job. I am looking forward to watching insurgent because there will be a different director.… Expand
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mariusik008Jul 23, 2014
It's a must see movie. It's build on the same perception that is presented in The Hunger Games, but it's something more with this one than it's predecesor. Shailenne is a fenomenal actress and this role come to justify just that. Also theIt's a must see movie. It's build on the same perception that is presented in The Hunger Games, but it's something more with this one than it's predecesor. Shailenne is a fenomenal actress and this role come to justify just that. Also the rest of the cast are good actors, great play for their characters in the movie. All in all, don't jump this one !!… Expand
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AntoGrayoSep 7, 2014
This film offers some good moments that have you screwing up your face and you really do feel the emotion behind certain scenes. The storytelling is good, but it drags out a bit and there is not enough action. Ultimately, it misses out orThis film offers some good moments that have you screwing up your face and you really do feel the emotion behind certain scenes. The storytelling is good, but it drags out a bit and there is not enough action. Ultimately, it misses out or just ignores little unanswered questions and fails to capitalize on the climax, it's really quite a boring ending. Worth a watch if you like waiting three years for a sequel, but I wouldn't recommend it as I personally hate unfinished stories and I don't think 'The World of Divergent' will make it to it's third 2-parter (yawn) instalment.… Expand
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AdsonOct 12, 2014
Good story, good cast. The actions scenes isn't great, just good. The romance between Tris and Tobias sounds annoying and cliché sometimes, I was expecting more fantasy in the cinematography, but in the end the movie isn't so good and isn'tGood story, good cast. The actions scenes isn't great, just good. The romance between Tris and Tobias sounds annoying and cliché sometimes, I was expecting more fantasy in the cinematography, but in the end the movie isn't so good and isn't so bad, just enjoyable.… Expand
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NerdConsultantMar 20, 2016
divergent really isn't much of anything it just feels like a bunch of sequences tied together with not much actually happening. it's almost like the film is a 2 hour prologue for the rest of the series which in itself wouldn't be too bad ifdivergent really isn't much of anything it just feels like a bunch of sequences tied together with not much actually happening. it's almost like the film is a 2 hour prologue for the rest of the series which in itself wouldn't be too bad if it was a least good set up, but man is this film boring. the characters fell stock and the plot feels too predictable at times and non sensible at others. also the cinematography and the design of the world feels like they are trying way too hard to be The Hunger Games.… Expand
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WJSJan 10, 2015
This movie looks really good, is well acted and has a great soundtrack. Unfortunately, its script is weak and the direction is laboured. It plays out far too long and its cast is quite beautiful, which proves distracting. The problem here isThis movie looks really good, is well acted and has a great soundtrack. Unfortunately, its script is weak and the direction is laboured. It plays out far too long and its cast is quite beautiful, which proves distracting. The problem here is that its YA roots are showing, and for me that's a problem, because the only YA film I've enjoyed in the past while is "Enders Game".… Expand
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Jeebus117Jan 25, 2021
The first in the series is worth watching, as it builds a moderately compelling utopia/dystopia blend. But this quickly gives way to teen romance, and rehashed character types.
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Movi3R3vi3werApr 6, 2015
Though clearly drawing influences of The Hunger Games and even Harry Potter at times, Divergent is enough it's own thing and it's actually enjoyable. I had no expectations going in and I was pleasantly surprised. Though Shailene WoodleyThough clearly drawing influences of The Hunger Games and even Harry Potter at times, Divergent is enough it's own thing and it's actually enjoyable. I had no expectations going in and I was pleasantly surprised. Though Shailene Woodley carries the movie for the most part.… Expand
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WheelzFourReelzDec 28, 2014
Like the first book in the series, Divergent didn't really impress me. It has solid acting and some fun to be had, but the film lacks all tension and logic that is important in one of these stories.
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royphishoohApr 28, 2015
Extremely derivative movie with poor acting and dull story lines. As Dogboy observes this is definitely one for the Twilight fans. Why didn't they build a metro station next to the Jock faction's headquarters? All that macho train-leaping wasExtremely derivative movie with poor acting and dull story lines. As Dogboy observes this is definitely one for the Twilight fans. Why didn't they build a metro station next to the Jock faction's headquarters? All that macho train-leaping was extremely silly.… Expand
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1leggdroflcoptrMar 11, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Divergent was an interesting movie however the plot wasn't all that strong, I do like the 1984 big brother type of controlled society premise however I feel like they made it kind of weak in the movie. Given that there is time constraints in making a feature film I will assume that in the book there was more time spent on the whole of the atmosphere. The plot was indeed interesting I think the pacing for it was very good they made sure to give enough information as to why being divergent is "bad" and balancing between Tris' own ways of dealing with and hiding divergence while still keeping the mystery of how divergence is going to be very important in the end. However the begining did start a bit slow. Something I did like a lot was at the end where Four is being controlled and about to kill Tris I like how they didn't take the cheesey LOVE CONQUERS ALL way out, no they played on Four's fear of shooting an innocence so he was to much of a **** to pull the trigger giving his mind a chance to wake up *slow clap* Now the very end I have mixed feelings on because its so open ended and can really be taken in a lot of different ways, I do like that they escaped and hooray they fought the man and won now they run away blah blah blah. However since they wiped the program that was controlling the dauntless and have many people to bear witness at the problems with Erudite why not stay and try to make their society better instead of running away. That aside I did like the movie I thought it was cool not a blockbuster hit but entertaining a more precise score for me would be 6.7/10… Expand
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Ripper89Mar 28, 2015
Divergent is a movie that has a very weird and a not very well explained plot that leaves you wondering what the hell is happening.

It seems like a cool idea but several things plotwise make absolutely no sense, however i believe if youDivergent is a movie that has a very weird and a not very well explained plot that leaves you wondering what the hell is happening.

It seems like a cool idea but several things plotwise make absolutely no sense, however i believe if you read the book, it would help with certain parts that just seem like they were picked out of a hat.

Personal belief: Divergent seems like a cool idea and had me hooked for about the first 30 minutes, after that, things go weird and a very unexpected change in the plot in the 2nd half of the movie just make it horrible and unbelievably stupid

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CineAutoctonoJan 10, 2016
" Divergent " was a very good adaptation of the book of Vereonica Roth, but in the film , was a bit dramatic but no action, or some excitement , but what stands out is the role of Shailene Woodley.
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DivergenteSep 19, 2015
Para mi una película no tiene que ser completamente entretenida para que la disfrute. Es cierto que divergente tiene sus altibajos, pero me gustó lo suficiente. Hay ciertas partes que dejaron a desear, en específico las simulaciones.
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nahtan1244Mar 22, 2016
dystopian society movies are interesting. I guess something like this could happen in real life but if so that would be way far into the future. We have seen good dystopian society movies the hunger games catching fire and some bad such asdystopian society movies are interesting. I guess something like this could happen in real life but if so that would be way far into the future. We have seen good dystopian society movies the hunger games catching fire and some bad such as the giver. Divergent is a interesting slow often times boring movie that tries to be like the hunger games but is far less exciting. Shaline woodly delvers the movies best performance as the girl who does not fit into any faction because she is divergent. Kate Winslet delivers a fine performance as the movies main villain. Maybe i was expecting something like the hunger games i don't know what it was but despite the interesting story divergent is a boring lifeless and plotting entry into the dystopian movie cannon that is far better than the giver but inferior the the mostly good hunger games movies.… Expand
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SrPepeNov 18, 2017
Interesante y divertida película. Una lastima que las siguientes hayan sido tan ASQUEROSAS. Los personajes son muy buenos, las pruebas interesantes y la historia bien.
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mppSep 22, 2018
While staying with friends I stumbled into the family room where this was on the screen. I honestly thought I was watching some low-budget Sci-Fi channel or WB TV series--low quality production, cheesy, formulaic, predictable, etc etc. ButWhile staying with friends I stumbled into the family room where this was on the screen. I honestly thought I was watching some low-budget Sci-Fi channel or WB TV series--low quality production, cheesy, formulaic, predictable, etc etc. But it kept going on and on and on, until I finally asked when this "show" ended. I do have to give one star to Shailene Woodley, who is a top-rate, though much underrated, actress, evidenced by her solid performance in "Divergent" despite awful writing and an even worse concept.… Expand
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Muskrat147Jul 13, 2016
Sticking tight to its source material, Divergent is a great showcase of the book for fans and is enjoyable for those who have never read the books, even though the story is nothing more than a mere copy of The Hunger Games.
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BroyaxMay 28, 2023
Quasiment 2h20 la bouse mais je n’ai craqué qu’au bout de 2h ! et j’en suis fier… ou pas ! Beaucoup trop naïve et superficielle, cette fable communiste ! (chacun dans ses kolkhozes et tout ira bien) malgré une mise en scène efficace (c’estQuasiment 2h20 la bouse mais je n’ai craqué qu’au bout de 2h ! et j’en suis fier… ou pas ! Beaucoup trop naïve et superficielle, cette fable communiste ! (chacun dans ses kolkhozes et tout ira bien) malgré une mise en scène efficace (c’est filmé correctement, ce qui est rare de nos jours et l’entrâinement des recrues est relativement amusant).

Une héroïne, c’était pourtant une excellente idée, j’adore les héroïnes… sauf quand elles ont une tronche de thon. Mais quelle andouille s’est occupé du casting pour choisir une telle mocheté ? surtout qu’elle joue comme un pied, cette cruche !

Le monde décrit ici manque également de crédibilité et de cohérence. Qu’y a-t’il à l’extérieur de la clôture ? on ne sait pas. Quoi, il fallait regarder jusqu’à la fin pour le savoir ? je dois être un divergent alors, car je m’insurge devant une telle lenteur de film à la con, bien que la ‘divergente’ à sale gueule soit bonnasse quand même. Mais bon voilà quoi.… Expand
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SomePersonaFeb 6, 2017
This movie is very weak and clichéd. The characters are underdeveloped, the chemistry stinks, and the finished film looks and feels teen-ish and unprofessional. There are some strokes of greatness in there though like some of the acting andThis movie is very weak and clichéd. The characters are underdeveloped, the chemistry stinks, and the finished film looks and feels teen-ish and unprofessional. There are some strokes of greatness in there though like some of the acting and some of the science fiction ideas of the movie.… Expand
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S1r-R34lJan 12, 2017
How not to run a world after a devastating war. Having not read the books I can;t say how close to the source material they are. But if they are accurate then I don't want to read the books. The original concept of the story is flawed fromHow not to run a world after a devastating war. Having not read the books I can;t say how close to the source material they are. But if they are accurate then I don't want to read the books. The original concept of the story is flawed from the start. I cannot see how a population could progress as these have, into five factions (and wear specific colours and live in specific abodes), this is just too much human nature wouldn't be able to do it. And that is the crux of the story and a Catch22 situation. However, the action is good, the direction isn't bad, the acting is average with likes of Ashley Judd, Ray Stephenson, and Kate Winslet giving less than their skills allow.… Expand
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DominArsenOct 27, 2019
Staging a society with different factions that represents boxes, including one that does not appear. This is the one to which I belong. The one that belongs to all. This film is great because instead of looking to be this rare box it isStaging a society with different factions that represents boxes, including one that does not appear. This is the one to which I belong. The one that belongs to all. This film is great because instead of looking to be this rare box it is tracked.

Mettant en scène une société aux différentes factions qui représente des cases, dont une qui n'apparaît pas. Celle-ci est celle à laquelle j'appartiens. Celle qui appartient à toutes. Ce film est génial, car au lieu de rechercher à être cette case rare elle est traquée.… Expand
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SuperAquaLuigiFeb 22, 2018
As young adult novel adaptations go, you could do a lot worse, but you could also do better. It's cliché and brings nothing new, but it also has its good parts.
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MonkiReviewsMay 27, 2017
The story is filled with plot holes and the acting isn't great. I feel like they left out important stuff to make money on a sequel. The acting is also awkward a lot. It is not worth the time to watch.
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Dragonfly44Oct 11, 2018
It has a nice concept. It’s not a bad movie. But it’s not groundbreaking enough to be much better than that.

Rating - 64%
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CoreGamer1408Feb 20, 2019
Ok got the the entire boxset of three films for less than one new DVD. Seems like a low budget made for TV movie like quality. The story comes across as a cautionary tale against the perils of collectivism and indentity politics'. The localOk got the the entire boxset of three films for less than one new DVD. Seems like a low budget made for TV movie like quality. The story comes across as a cautionary tale against the perils of collectivism and indentity politics'. The local is kind of drab post-apocalyptic mixed in with some future tech. Easy to pick up and put down. I watched the first film in fits and starts. Yeah I can see myself watching the next movie at some point, but no rush.… Expand
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Naruto78909Apr 22, 2018
Divergent is what lionsgate made and like 90% of there movies its awful bad characters boring effects and just terrible acting divergent fits the lionsgate trash they are always making
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FilipeNetoFeb 13, 2021
After the resounding success of "Hunger Games", American studios were hungry for more films and trilogies for young adults. "Maze Runner" and "Divergent" were two of the most evident, with scripts and source material that, in everything,After the resounding success of "Hunger Games", American studios were hungry for more films and trilogies for young adults. "Maze Runner" and "Divergent" were two of the most evident, with scripts and source material that, in everything, remind us of "Hunger Games". In this film, the beginning of another trilogy, we are presented with a dystopian future: the human race faced the Third World War and almost died out.

In order to regain peace, the survivors grouped in the city of Chicago and created factions, in which they engaged according to their vocation: Erudite grouped intellectuals, teachers and scientists; Amity did the same with farmers, manufacturers, artisans and traders; Candor includes magistrates, lawyers, bailiffs and lawmakers; Dauntless welcomed the police and military; the Abnegation brought together civil servants, doctors, nurses, social workers and all those who dedicate their lives to helping others. By their characteristics, they are also the political leaders. The faction is chosen in adolescence, after a vocational test that should help, or even indicate, to which faction you belong. There are also those who have no faction or have left theirs, and who live in misery. In a system where the faction is more relevant than family, being without a faction is being excluded from society.

The young protagonist is Beatrice, or Tris, whom the vocation test indicated belonging to more than one faction, that is, being a Divergent, a serious threat to the faction system. Choosing to join the Dauntless, she will face serious difficulties to integrate and pass the tests presented to her. To make matters worse, her father, who is one of the leaders of the Abnegation, is being questioned by the strength of the Erudite, led by the cruel Jeannine, eager to rise to power, albeit by violence.

I really liked the movie, overall. At the time it was released I felt it went quite unnoticed, overshadowed especially by "Maze Runner". Now that some years have passed and the success of the competitors has faded, it was interesting to see this film, I felt that I could appreciate it better and that the film has aged well until now. The story is good, it holds us to the end, and it develops in an engaging way.

The cast is quite good and competent at what they should do. I especially liked Shailene Woodley, who I didn't know until I saw her here. She is good at what she does, she has talent and, on a more personal note, she is identical to an old flame of mine, which is almost the same age as her, and that of course made me remember my own past. Theo James was also excellent, particularly in the action scenes, where he seems cut out for the role. Miles Teller is just as good, especially considering that his character is hateful. Equally worthy of our hatred is the character of Jai Courtney, who is very good at the task of being rude, brutish and somewhat sadistic. Kate Winslet is cold and insensitive, and in fact she performed very well, but I don't know if I would bet on her as the first choice for the character. The film also features Zoe Kravitz, Ansel Elgort and Ashley Judd.

Technically, the film is visually impressive. The cinematography is excellent, vibrant and sharp, and I loved the landscapes of a half-destroyed and decadent Chicago, of dry rivers and lakes, and devastated buildings. Incredible, but not coherent: if the entire human population was there, wouldn't more space be needed? Why not rebuild all? Didn't they have two hundred years of peace to do so? Another thing I liked and found amazing was the action and fighting sequences. Really well executed. I also liked to see Intrepid climb buildings with ease ... in a city that is famous for its strong winds (another logic problem that can only be forgiven for being less relevant). The sets and costumes were very well done and the soundtrack also fits into the overall set.… Expand
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NolanLundgaardMay 12, 2018
Divergent was a movie movie that (mostly) lived up to my expectations. Not quite as good as the book.
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ErikTheCriticOct 11, 2018
This film surprisingly turned out to be a lot better than I had anticipated, with some cool action and a strong performance from Shailene Woodley.
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All_ButTrU4Oct 6, 2022
Yet another allegorical dystopia YA book to movie adaptation with a brave female protagonist faced with a system that threatens her & her loved ones. It's a worn out story at this point but it's told in a rushed one note blockbuster fashion.Yet another allegorical dystopia YA book to movie adaptation with a brave female protagonist faced with a system that threatens her & her loved ones. It's a worn out story at this point but it's told in a rushed one note blockbuster fashion. Obviously seeking to ride the "Hunger Games " wave but like it's original novel form it's unveiled as a thin film enslaved to it's references. From it's costumes aka the clothes that distinguish each faction evoking the categorization in the classic " logans run to a society based on a sorting hat… Expand
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CJAgoraFeb 25, 2019
I can only say that I loved watching this movie, along with my family, and it caught our attention. Thanks to the production team, for all the moments of pleasure created.
In short, against critics, I and my family have been excited about this movie!
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DiptanshuMay 3, 2020
Entertaining!acting was good it has best ensemble cast and they were good as there characters!Music was Amazing so does soundtracks,screenplay was great engaging till the end even it's predictable,visuals were okay,story-line was literallyEntertaining!acting was good it has best ensemble cast and they were good as there characters!Music was Amazing so does soundtracks,screenplay was great engaging till the end even it's predictable,visuals were okay,story-line was literally like starting Harry-potter type and ended like hunger-games!it was good even though influenced,the death at last felt too much and whole climax felt little over the top and the intro was Good.some moments were amazing like climbed flying or flag capturing and dream testing!overall it was entertaining and fun movie!… Expand
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ViewJarDec 19, 2019
Round about four years after I had read the book and almost forgot everything about it I saw the movie. Since a lot of time has passed, I won't judge how near the movie is to the book.
The music in this movie most time seems very imposed andRound about four years after I had read the book and almost forgot everything about it I saw the movie. Since a lot of time has passed, I won't judge how near the movie is to the book.
The music in this movie most time seems very imposed and I also don't quite like the idea with the different fractions. The main character is pretty okay, also if there would have been better cast options, but that is the case for all characters, because none of them is played well. The world and the costumes look pretty cool, although they are a little bit over the line sometimes. The biggest problem isn't, as i thought in the beginning, the action, which is bad, but the character development and the dialogues are even worse. Almost all characters are two-dimensional, exchangeable and not interesting at all. And the dialogues mostly seem pretty flat and unnatural.
If you are interested in the story, I would recommend to read the book, rather than watching this. Because everything I remember from the book is way better than the movie.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Jun 12, 2020
The cast is good and the acting isn’t bad but since I haven’t read the novels I can only assume there was serious errors in the screenwriting/adaption. Or the novels were terrible. It’s completely predictable and the sci-fi aspect of it is soThe cast is good and the acting isn’t bad but since I haven’t read the novels I can only assume there was serious errors in the screenwriting/adaption. Or the novels were terrible. It’s completely predictable and the sci-fi aspect of it is so basic and not really thought through at all it’s just ends up being meh. It’s truly on the CW level of creative work and not the high end CW (not saying much).… Expand
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Sosmooth1982Jun 26, 2023
A new world order type of movie. With 5 different factions. It was an ok movie but we only really learn about 2 of the factions really in this movie. What about the other 3. It would have been nice if we could see all 5 factions and how theyA new world order type of movie. With 5 different factions. It was an ok movie but we only really learn about 2 of the factions really in this movie. What about the other 3. It would have been nice if we could see all 5 factions and how they lived and came about but instead you only know 2. So what's the point of even having the other ones in the movie pointless.… Expand
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adam_chesworthSep 16, 2020
It was really good i liked it, different and unusual. I loved Shailene Woodleys performance in this film.
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Toten79Jul 28, 2020
Sorry, can´t watch this Twilight emo, lfick-chicks anymore. I lasted about half an hour, when these "Dauntings" teens started to run and climb all over the city... I think only a 15 year old girl could watch this flicks until the end...
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lessacebolaFeb 5, 2021
Divergente é bem pesado emocionalmente, mas tem uma história muito boa. O filme também apresenta algumas críticas sociais.
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atabeyordekciAug 18, 2021
In a world divided by factions based on virtues, Tris learns she's Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late. (6)
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thethethe4Jul 25, 2023
Divergent is set in a dystopian future in which humanity is divided into five factions, it's an original and entertaining idea that provides a good story for the viewers. The acting is superb and so are the special effects. Some of theDivergent is set in a dystopian future in which humanity is divided into five factions, it's an original and entertaining idea that provides a good story for the viewers. The acting is superb and so are the special effects. Some of the dialogue felt a bit off but overall Divergent is a great film that will provide most viewers with an action packed two and a half hours.… Expand
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