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The Prodigy
2019 92 min United States of America R 18+
★5.5
Horror, Thriller
Director: Nicholas McCarthy
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Description
A mother concerned about her young son's disturbing behavior thinks something supernatural may be affecting him.
Budget:
$6M
US Gross:
$14.86M
Worldwide:
$21.2M
Starring
Taylor Schilling
Actor
Jackson Robert Scott
Actor
Peter Mooney
Actor
Awards
1 win & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
The Prodigy is a competent but formulaic psychological horror film that relies on genre tropes while distancing itself from the misleading 'Omen' marketing. While the plot is often viewed as generic and derivative, the performances of the leads successfully anchor the film and elevate the viewing experience.
| Acting | Jackson Robert Scott delivers a standout, chilling performance that convincingly portrays dual personalities within a single child. | |
| Originality | The marketing strategy—rebranding the film as an 'Omen' installment—is widely criticized for misleading audiences and creating false expectations. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is largely viewed as a collection of predictable cliches and genre tropes, though some appreciate its focus on reincarnation over standard demonic possession. | |
| Ending | Viewers are split on the effectiveness of the conclusion, with some finding the final twist a rewarding subversion of the genre, while others dismiss it as a disappointing or predictable payoff. |