Kid’s take on movies
‘Maze Runner: The Death Cure’
Maze Runner: The Death Cure is full of action from beginning to end. During the production of this film in 2016, Dylan O’Brien was severely injured on set. Because of that, the film was delayed and is just now being released. I’m so sorry about O’Brien’s accident and believe that the wait was worth it, as I love this movie.
This is the third and final installment of the Maze Runner trilogy. Thomas and his friends head to the last standing city to save their friend Minho and take down the government association known as WCKD. I’m quite a fan of the Maze Runner books, so I can vouch for the accuracy of this movie. Quite a bit of the story is different from the book. Even the plot of saving Minho isn’t in the book. He is with the group in the book. However, all the major events are still the same as both stories involve taking down WCKD.
This movie is fast moving and heart racing. In almost every scene, something exciting is happening. The film barely gives you time to rest. I feel like this keeps you on edge and it works. During some scenes, I tensed up, with my fists clenched. The action is actually very effectively exciting. There are tons of explosions and fire and gunshots. And they are all so cool. The special effects are really impressive.
This film is a dystopian story. The reason the world ends in this story is an illness known as the “Flare” that turns people into zombie-like creatures. The makeup used for the creatures, known as Cranks, is outstanding. Here’s a shoutout to the entire makeup department.
The acting is also really good. O’Brien, who plays Thomas, and Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who plays Newt, have incredible performances. I will not spoil what happens, but one specific performance from them had me in straight-up tears.
Also, the city where most of the film takes place, known as Last City, has a very neat design. It looks intimidating yet beautiful.
It felt like Los Angeles but darker. I’m curious if the director, Wes Ball, plans to do the prequels, as there are two prequels. I give this movie 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18. It’s in theaters now, so be sure to check it out.