Movie Review: The Maze Runner

The Maze Runner is a 2014 American science fiction action thriller film directed by Wes Ball, which is based on the James Dashner novel of the same name. The film stars Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Ki Hong Lee, and Will Poulter. It was released on September 19, 2014 in the United States by 20th Century Fox. The film received mainly positive reviews from critics and has since earned more than $100 million in the worldwide box office. A sequel, The Maze Runner: Scorch Trials, is set be released on September 18, 2015.


The story goes like this: Thomas wakes up in an elevator, remembering nothing but his own name. He emerges into a world of about 60 teen boys who have learned to survive in a completely enclosed environment, subsisting on their own agriculture and supplies. A new boy arrives every 30 days. The original group has been in "The Glade" for two years, trying to find a way to escape through the Maze that surrounds their living space. They have begun to give up hope. Then a comatose girl arrives with a strange note, and their world begins to change. There are some great, fast-paced action scenes, particularly those involving the nightmarish Grievers who plague the boys.

The Maze Runner is of action, sci-fi, mystery, thriller genre, which runs for approximately 113 minutes. It's rated PG-13 in most countries for thematic elements and intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action, including some disturbing images. The movie reminded me of the mobile game, Temple Run and the film, The Hunger Games. It has a very dark tone with a very mysterious storyline. You'll only get a clear idea of what's happening towards the end of the film. The movie may seem odd but I liked it and enjoyed watching it. Just a tip: be prepared for some scenes not for the squeamish. The Maze Runner is available in 2D and IMAX.

RATING: 4 out of 5 STARS

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