The Giver
Jonas, a young man, lives in an egalized society that is literally colourless and pleasant, without any knowledge of pain or love. He and Asher, his closest friends, reach adulthood and are given their social roles. Jonas is the Receiver (of Memories), which is a rare role in society. He meets The Giver, an older mentor receiver. The two of them look back at the memories from the past, including those of joy, pain, and love. Jonas is able to receive these memories and breaks the rule that they should not be shared with anyone else, which gets him in trouble with Chief Elder. Jonas learns about the death of Gabriel, an infant boy. His efforts to rescue him are a direct attack on his society. Jonas decides that everyone must learn to perceive color and feel pain again, as well as to give and receive love.
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Director: Phillip Noyce
Actors: Alexander Skarsgård, Brenton Thwaites, Cameron Monaghan, Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes, Meryl Streep, Odeya Rush
Country: Canada, South Africa, United States
