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Level 16 was better than I expected. Maybe it's not a very original story, you might get a déjà-vu, but overall it was an entertaining movie. A slow build-up, but that only adds to the thrill and mystery, a dark story slowly unfolded. It was a bit of a predictable ending but even then it's still worth watching, especially if you're just looking for some easy mindless entertainment. It's not a high budget but you can't really tell, and it's not necessary either. The cast is well chosen, all characters were convincing in their parts. Level 16 is a decent movie in this genre.

I think when you're doing a micro budget scifi film this is the way to go if you want to get some return economically and critical. I think its dishonest to call this scifi. Its entirely possible to do what they do in the film with the technology we have today. They however covered this up with very solid acting by the main actresses who held my attention and never said or did anything groan worthy. Go in expecting something just below The Handmaid's Tale in quality and you'll come out ok. I'll admit its probably a 6 but I tend to give extra credit when I leave feeling like the writing was well thought out.

I like to put on a Netflix movie I don't care much about while I do my nails, just to have some background noise as I can't give it full attention. That's how I started watching this movie, but let me tell you, my manicure is now looking dreadful cause I was too invested in this movie, barely looking away! 😂

It's just one of those movies that keep you guessing. They reveal just a little information at a time, and it makes you want to keep watching and find out what the hell is going on. I honestly loved this. It has a similar feel to it as Never Let Me Go, which was an absolute masterpiece and if you finished this movie and enjoyed it, I recommend you watch that too.

'Level 16' is one of those films where the review shouldn't be too long. That's because, if you ask, 'So... what's the film about?' you can't really say too much without giving away vital plot points. The whole reason you'll watch this film is to find out what's happening.

We join a 'school' of young girls as they - er - 'graduate' to the final year of their educational institution, aka 'Level 16.' The reason I use so many quote marks around words is because this isn't your average American high school. There's something very amiss.

Only giving away mild clues (that you'll get from the early parts of the movie) are that the girls are hardly 'enlightened' and seem to be 'taught' by a single teacher and a load of videos which push 'cleanliness' at all costs. The outside world is never seen, but there's the ever 'exciting' promise that adults will one day come for the girls and adopt them into their new, perfect families.

Now, naturally we - the viewers - can see that something very bad is happening here. You'll ask yourselves question like, 'Is there even a world out there? Has there been some sort of alien takeover and the girls are merely human sacrifices?' and 'What's the deal with keeping the youngsters so clean?' All are valid questions and - don't worry - whatever you think is going on will eventually be explained to a satisfying conclusion by the end of the movie.

The stars of the film are - mainly - the young girls and - sometimes - having less experienced actors carrying a film can lead to lesser performances. Luckily, all play their parts well and lead actress, Katie Douglas, could well be one to watch in the future.

So, assuming you enjoy watching the film through to the end, the only real flaw is that you can only ever watch it the once and not know what's coming. Even if you love it (and it's certainly very watchable!) I can't see much point in re-watching it any time in the (near) future, as you'll know everything that's coming. Definitely one to watch, but not one to re-watch very soon afterwards.

I enjoyed this film I thought it was different, and it played with an interesting idea. It's definetley not for everyone. However its something i found entertaining and thrilling. It's not an amazing film and it won't win an oscar. On the other hand the acting is spectacular and it's a pretty decent film. I reccomend to watch.

Basic premise is a school that raises girls to be prefect looking and obbident they keep them uneducated for this purpose but it creates problems. I enjoyed watching it but there is some major plot holes that ruined some of it for me. How are the girls not able to read but knowing what a farm is and things like that. Overall intriguing but dragged out.

Although this story is not a new idea, it is still an interesting premise and the presentation and acting along with good direction makes this film a worthy watch. The camera use and cinematography is bleak and dark, with the use of hazy bright lights used to accentuate the shadows. The music score was perfect and added to the various scenes. The plot plugs along at a fairly decent pace for those movie watchers that don't get bored easy. It is a simple and pretty strait forward movie with few surprises. The themes of friendship, loyalty, courage and greed are well portrayed by the end of the movie. There are some plot holes, yes, but again, the great acting, and the interesting theme brought me thru the movie and allowed me to set aside those inconsistencies and just enjoy what was in front of me. If you find it difficult to set aside your disbelief or if plot holes keep you from enjoying an otherwise well made movie, I admit this film would not be for you. (Or if you are into action films or horror/slasher films). As for me, this was an excellent small budget movie!!

This film is set inside a strange institution. It is populated by young girls who are schooled to be obedient and clean; but not how to read or write. They are there from babyhood to the age of sixteen; each year moving to the next level... they are promised that after Level 16 they will be adopted by caring, wealthy families. They have never seen the sun as they have been told the world outside is polluted. They are also heavily guarded and sleep in locked dormitories.

One day Vivian is warned by another girl, Sophia, not to take her daily vitamin pill; that night all the other girls quickly fall into a deep sleep... Vivian is about to start learning the true nature of the 'school'. The more that is learnt the more disturbing it is for her. Knowing the truth is one thing; getting out will be another.

I really enjoyed this film; it had me gripped from the opening moments to the final scene. It is safe to say most viewers will guess that the school isn't quite what it seems but the truth isn't too obvious. The location is great; just a few rooms and a linking corridor for the most part... this emphasises the claustrophobic nature of the girls' world. Not seeing the outside keeps the viewer in the dark about many things; we don't even know when it is set... the old films the girls watch and certain items make it look as if it could have been set anytime from over fifty years ago to sometime in the future. The cast is impressive; especially Katie Douglas who really shines as Vivien. There are also notable performances from Sara Canning as Miss Brixil, the woman who appears to run the establishment; Peter Outerbridge as Dr Miro; and Celina Martin as Sophia. There isn't too much in the way of violence and gore although there are one or two disturbing scenes. Overall I'd certainly recommend this to fans of thoughtful films that don't require expensive special effects or a big name cast.

2019s Level 16

2019s Level 16 stars a bunch of people I wasn't familiar with other than Sara Canning from the Vampire Diaries. It's not a bad thing. It's actually a nice change to see some new faces in genre films.

The story mainly revolves around Vivian, a young woman who is in some facility with other young women. It's clear they're being groomed for something, but it's not revealed for quite a bit in.

So, this kinda felt like a long episode of maybe Doctor Who, maybe Black Mirror, but didn't feel much like a film. The cinematography and scoring left a little to be desired with me. I think pacing was a bit of an issue as well.

When the twist happens later on, I liked it, but it just took too long to get there. At 1hr 44min, it's a long film, and for the interesting thing to happen around 1hr 30min in, it took some patience to get there.

So, this one was just average for me. I don't think anyone needs to drop everything to watch it, but I'll always tell people they should support and watch all that they can. People work really hard on these films, so it's good to support them. Unless they're Uwe Boll, of course. But this is much better than one of his films.

Streaming on Showtime now.

5/10

This film is about a facility in which young girls are taught to be clean, virtuous and obedient. This is all done with the promise of becoming the type of girl families will want to adopt. However, things are not as they seem and the reality is far more sinister than they could possibly imagine.

Not a bad film. It is filmed well and the acting is decent. The story unfolds at a slow pace but it helps in building suspense. I wasn't too crazy about the setting even though it was suited to the situation. It isn't amazing but as I said, it's not bad.

This movie is based on a simple but strong (and grim) premise, and starts off strong. But the basic theme already established is then laboured to the point of tedium. The middle three quarter of an hour or so really do drag, not much happens, no new meaning or ideas are conveyed, there is no emotional arc or tension, and there is little or no narrative development. Then it picks up in the last 20 minutes or so, things happen and there's a satisfactory ending. The movie explores (or at least exploits) some stereotypes around the roles and expectations of women in society, but this is overdone. It is only very loosely a sci-fi, more of a drama. The young female lead actresses are excellent though. There was potential here, but let down by bad direction.

Social criticism and growing up issues aside (conformity and trying to fit in or blend in), the Science Fiction element is sort of there. So this aims at a wider audience with its theme but also the way it is made and where it plays. It can also be viewed as an emancipation piece. All solid with the evidence at hand.

So overall I would say this is decent. Nothing too surprising, nothing too out of hand idea wise (mixing other things here too from other movies). What does drag it down though (apart from predictibility I assume from some) is the ending! You could argue that it is inevitable, but it also is really cliche. For some it may be the right note to end it, others may feel indifferent or even angry. It is likely to give this a bad taste though, especially in the way it is wrapped up ... not satisfying at all in my book. Still I've seen way worse movies

When I originally saw the reviews for this movie I was cautious to watch this thinking it would be bad, but I watched it any way and I'm very impressed. this movie was amazing. the acting was so professional and I really liked the plot, it was multi-layered which made the whole thing so interesting when revealed at the end. the whole movie kept me on the edge of my seat and was so well done, I do have to say the movie to me seemed aimed to the female gender as that's one of the main plot lines but its open to interpretations. Definitely recommend the watch.

Level 16: A group of girls have been raised in an institute, told that conditions outside are lethal, Life for them is highly regimented and thy are taught to be subservient. Finally at age 16 they are being prepared for adoption by sponsors who will give them a better future. Two girls suspect that something sinister is at play. Dark, almost entirely fumed in a few rooms and corridors provoking a sense of claustrophobia, threat and tension. Writer/Director Danishka Esterhazy delivers a good Psychological/Horror film with a few disturbing scenes. 7/10. On Netflix.

Nothing that happens makes any sense, and a good deal of it is not possible according to the laws of physics.

Suddenly a brainwashed girl decides to stop taking her daily vitamins...because, reasons...then she convinces her ultra-conformist friend-turned-enemy to also stop taking her vitamins by the very convincing ploy of ... telling her to. This random decision turns out to be extremely clever in retrospect because it reveals all the secrets. And it's all downhill from there.

Some other things happen because of reasons, but our intrepid heroes are determined and therefore cannot be stopped by the laws of physics or logic.

A small teen girl needs to take the hinges off a large, locked, steel security door using only a plastic key card? Okay, no problem.

She needs to beat up and knock out a beefy security guard who is three times her size? Okay, no problem.

She needs to convince someone who doesn't trust her to believe an unbelievable story that contradicts everything they've ever known? Okay, no problem.

And the liberties they take with medicine - don't even get me started. And that ending..."watch me make all our problems go away with this one simple trick that makes doctors furious!" Boom, bang, a bit of movie magic and all is ... resolved? Or something?

Ugh.

Two stars because some of the acting was kind of okay. But I almost wish it had been worse because then it might have been amusing instead of just eye-rollingly dull and ridiculous.

If you're looking for cheap thrills and jump scares, this isn't the movie for you. If you are looking for a good horror that keeps you on the edge of your seat, makes your skin crawl, and keeps you asking questions till the very end then you're in the right place!!

People say it's a rehash of a common theme but it's made something new out of something overdone. There's no way to guess every twist and turn coming from these girls and their care takers.

If you like horror that makes you think and question every characters motive. This is the movie for you!!