NATURAL SELECTION

Cinemavixion Review

Chad L. Scheifele's "Natural Selection" presents a bleak yet compelling look at adolescent alienation and the dangerous allure of manipulation. The film centers on Tyler Evans, a high schooler adrift in a world of bullies and a difficult home life, whose path crosses with the enigmatic Indrid. What begins as a search for belonging quickly spirals into a vortex of questionable choices and potentially irreversible consequences. While the local data provides a concise summary, the external data enriches this by noting the film's 2016 release and its genre blend of crime, drama, and mystery. The performances, particularly from Mason Dye and Anthony Michael Hall, are crucial in navigating the story's darker currents. "Natural Selection" serves as a cautionary tale, exploring how easily vulnerability can be exploited and how the search for identity can lead down perilous paths. It's a film that lingers, prompting reflection on the choices we make and the company we keep.