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'The Assessment': A Dystopian Drama Explores Parental Fitness and Government Control

Elizabeth Olsen, Alicia Vikander, and Himesh Patel star in Fleur Fortuné's gripping debut feature, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Overview

  • The film is set in a dystopian future where couples must pass a grueling assessment to earn the right to have a child.
  • Elizabeth Olsen, Alicia Vikander, and Himesh Patel deliver compelling performances in this tense, psychological drama.
  • Costume design by Sarah Blenkinsop plays a significant role in conveying characters' emotional and psychological states.
  • Director Fleur Fortuné's debut feature offers a unique take on themes of government control and personal autonomy.
  • The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and has been noted for its intense, claustrophobic atmosphere.