First of all, the acting was phenomenal. It's worth watching just for the performances alone. Next, the script isn't as bad as some are making it out to be. Unfortunately, in today's climate, there are those who have political views who actually search for or invent reasons to be upset. You'll know the ones who possess that affliction because it will be reflected in their reviews.
This movie is written so that the viewer can identify with every character in some way. There's something to feel for, like, and dislike as well.
Theres also a lot going on...
The sexual assault and manipulation. The Principal with blinders on, who is also potentially prepared to sweep it under the rug and more worried about a male future than that of a female victim.
The teacher with her own personal problems dishing out "tough love." Sometimes well intentioned and sometimes not. In the end she is clearly outmatched, not only by an unlikely villain, but also by her peers as well.
The adopted mother who is so invested in her son that she is willing to ignore the deviance and deception thats happening in real time right in front of her. Eventually, she's willing to become that way herself and not without obvious consequences as the whole situation threatens to slowly ruin her marriage.
Luce is a brilliant yet damaged young man. He's hurt, angry, and suffers from a sense of guilt due to his success story and why it appeals to others. Additionally, because of his charm and charisma, everyone sees what they want to see and ignores or covers for him. The combination of all these things proving it will not end well.
This movie is written so that the viewer can identify with every character in some way. There's something to feel for, like, and dislike as well.
Theres also a lot going on...
The sexual assault and manipulation. The Principal with blinders on, who is also potentially prepared to sweep it under the rug and more worried about a male future than that of a female victim.
The teacher with her own personal problems dishing out "tough love." Sometimes well intentioned and sometimes not. In the end she is clearly outmatched, not only by an unlikely villain, but also by her peers as well.
The adopted mother who is so invested in her son that she is willing to ignore the deviance and deception thats happening in real time right in front of her. Eventually, she's willing to become that way herself and not without obvious consequences as the whole situation threatens to slowly ruin her marriage.
Luce is a brilliant yet damaged young man. He's hurt, angry, and suffers from a sense of guilt due to his success story and why it appeals to others. Additionally, because of his charm and charisma, everyone sees what they want to see and ignores or covers for him. The combination of all these things proving it will not end well.