Equals

PG-13

Released Jul 15, 2016

1 hr. 41 min.

Sci-Fi

Romance

Drama

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86 Reviews

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2,500+ Ratings

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Nia (Kristen Stewart) and Silas work together in a futuristic society known as the Collective. A seemingly utopian world, the Collective has ended crime and violence by genetically eliminating all human emotions. Despite this, Nia and Silas develop a growing attraction that leads to a forbidden and passionate romance. As suspicion begins to mount among their superiors, the couple must choose between going back to the safety of their lives or risking it all to try and pull off a daring escape.

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Critics Consensus

Equals is a treat for the eyes, but its futuristic aesthetic isn't enough to make up for its plodding pace and aimlessly derivative story.

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Terry S

In spite of all their effort--The film was a disappointment to me.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

04/13/24

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Audience Member

I thought Equals was a good film which brought out all of my emotions. I felt sadness, anger, empathy, and at the end happiness that love prevailed.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/17/24

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Gaby A

This film seems simple - rhythm slow, very white and minimalist - but not really, the film is deep and indirectly try about the different stages of love and their common complications, it does it through a simple story with a futurist touch. I didn't like the ending, however, it made me think further about what would happen.. the role was perfect for Kristen Stewart because of her personality and usual acting style.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/11/23

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Tim C

Great movie. Anticipation, expectation, redemption.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/06/23

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Lisa M

I'm shocked at the low rating this movie got. I thought it was excellent and I wasn't bored for a moment. I didn't see anything derivative about it, as one critic said, I thought it was unique and imaginative, and also very relevant in what it had to say about the government and forced medications. Really well done and I did not see the end coming at all. Best movie I've seen in a very long time - intelligent, very little violence and the intimate scenes were tastefully done.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/17/23

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Emilliano S

A failed sci fi / romance for young adults

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

05/10/23

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Drake Doremus

Director

Kristen Stewart

Nia

Nicholas Hoult

Silas

Guy Pearce

Jonas

Bel Powley

Rachel

Jacki Weaver

Bess

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

Equals boasts] stunning cinematography, futuristic effects, and an impossibly controlled narrative.

Rated: B

Mar 21, 2017

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Richard Roeper

Chicago Sun-Times

You admire the look and the performances, and some interesting ideas are presented, but everything feels muted and predictable and lacking in spark.

Rated: 2/4

Jul 22, 2016

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Adam Graham

Detroit News

As stiff and rigid as two equals signs, "Equals" is a bland sci-fi romance that is as dull as its scrubbed-clean visual aesthetic.

Rated: C-

Jul 22, 2016

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

In a film centered on characters being overwhelmed by stirring emotions, that reaction does not transfer successfully to the audience.

Rated: 2/5

Aug 14, 2022

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

While the narrative recalls countless works and plays out in ways you'll surely see coming, Doremus' production deserves top marks for its visual and technical package.

Rated: 2.5/4

Apr 11, 2022

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Jason Adams

The Film Experience

You've never seen skin as devastatingly luminescent as Hoult's here

Jan 14, 2022

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Synopsis

Nia (Kristen Stewart) and Silas work together in a futuristic society known as the Collective. A seemingly utopian world, the Collective has ended crime and violence by genetically eliminating all human emotions. Despite this, Nia and Silas develop a growing attraction that leads to a forbidden and passionate romance. As suspicion begins to mount among their superiors, the couple must choose between going back to the safety of their lives or risking it all to try and pull off a daring escape.

Director: Drake Doremus
Executive Producer: Ridley Scott, Russell Levine, Jared Underwood, Andrew C. Robinson, Phil Stephenson, Temple Williams
Screenwriter: Nathan Parker
Distributor: A24
Production Co: E1 Entertainment, Scott Free Productions, Union Investment Partners, Route One Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Partial Nudity|Disturbing Images|Sensuality|Thematic Content)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Romance, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 15, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 18, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $32.1K

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