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Humane’ Captures the Moral Dilemmas of a Dystopian Euthanasia Program

Caitlin Cronenberg’s thriller explores the ethical complexities of a government initiative to reduce population amidst ecological crisis.

  • Humane,’ directed by Caitlin Cronenberg, features a family deciding who will die under a government euthanasia program.
  • The film is set in a near future where a severe ecological disaster prompts drastic population control measures.
  • Characters grapple with moral choices as they confront the implications of the government's plan.
  • The narrative focuses on the wealthy York family, highlighting societal and class tensions.
  • Critics praise the film for its intense psychological drama and strong performances, especially by Jay Baruchel and Enrico Colantoni.
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