You won't be disappointed!

The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

There's a tone in the Young One's that even though I can't put my finger on, it feels very familiar, almost a languid natural ease. The story is compelling, so much so, that almost a year after seeing it, I reflect on the bright light of the desert and still hear the soundtrack. There were movies with this light made in the 70's, panoramic, larger then life, but full of individual stories. Without even delving into the true nature of the accurate rendering of future issues regarding the environment, and natural resources, this is a story about justice and metering that out in the harsh climate of a shaken world.

I really enjoyed this one and was disappointed to see the poor reviews this movie received. Not a profoundly life changing flick, but a very neat character study set in a scarily likely realistic near-future (hello California!). I thought it was very well set from the perceptive of the teen aged son and it didn't overload the audience with too much detail of how the world (or maybe just that part of the world) came to be way it is...I did find the role of the daughter to be pretty underwhelming; as a symbol/archetype she is effective (angry teen, angsty wife)- but there's not much of a personality happening there besides that (angry teen, angsty wife). Michael Shannon is terrific here - no surprise -- I only wish there there was more of his dust-covered mug. He fanatically captures the beaten-down paternal figure and a man who has been beaten down by circumstances. Nick Hoult is also terrific -- I want to know if those shots of his gorgeous blue eyes were cgi -- hopefully not. Boy, can that guy emote -- even in a western-style flick like this, he really shows the regret that a man can feel...and a perfect American accent too! Overall a very good movie -- a neat character study within a a dystopian yet very realistic near future setting...recommended.

Let's get this right of the bat: This is a low budget movie and it is draining the viewer (slow paced). But just because you have some recognizable faces, do not expect this to be "Hollywood" (as one other reviewer did). And do not even think about comparing this to Tarantino. If that's what you expect/your whole extension of movie knowledge, do not read any further, but especially: do not watch this movie at all. You'll be doing yourself a favor mostly.Back to the actors, who are giving extraordinary performances. No matter the age of the ones involved, we do get amazing on our screen. While to some it might seem there is no story, that is not true. It's just hidden well behind all that character driven development we're seeing. It's not a fun ride, but it's a well made one!

Set in the future when water is hard to find a teenage boy sets out to protect his family and survive.In a small way, this works as a companion piece to "Interstellar". Both are futuristic, science fiction movies that address a world consumed by drought. And both were released in 2014. That may be just about the only overlap, but it makes them a nice pair, and also makes me want to watch "Dune".Somehow, though, this film never really grabs your attention. Elle Fanning is decent, and Kodi Smit-McPhee is a good actor (and a nice guy). Maybe this needed more Michael Shannon? He is, of course, among the best actors in the business today.