Uglies

2024 - 9 - 13

Netflix’s ‘Uglies’ – A Beauty Pageant Gone Wrong!

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Is Netflix’s ‘Uglies’ more ugly than pretty? Join us for a hilarious breakdown of this drab YA adaptation and its potential for a sequel!

The Netflix film adaptation of Scott Westerfeld's 2005 novel **Uglies** has landed, but not without sparking a flurry of mixed reviews from critics and fans alike. Set in a dystopian future where beauty is paramount, the film follows Tally Youngblood (played by Joey King) and her best friend Peris (Chase Stokes) as they navigate a world that values looks over everything else. However, while the concept is promising, many reviews have deemed **Uglies** a frustrating blend of classic YA cliches that fail to innovate or entertain. Critics are questioning if this adaptation did more harm than good to the original source material, implying that it might be one of the most aimless offerings of the year.

Fans of the original book series are already buzzing about the future of the franchise, leading to questions about whether a sequel, titled **Pretties**, is in the pipeline. Speculations abound after the film's release, and so far, there are hints that Netflix is considering a second installment due to the existing fanbase. But with the recent reception, one has to wonder – can they turn this ship around or will **Pretties** be even more of a puzzling endeavor? It seems like we’re in for a wild ride!

In the midst of all this drama, **Uglies** has given stars like Joey King a platform to connect with fans further. In her recent interviews, King discusses how she is “turning up the yassification” in her role, aiming to bring a new spin on the character that might resonate better with audiences. And let’s not forget about the surprising cameos! Model Lucky Blue Smith surprised fans with a blink-and-you-miss-it appearance, which some eagle-eyed viewers are still buzzing about on social media. Does anyone have a screenshot?

As we wade through the muddy waters of teen dystopian films and flawed beauty standards, some interesting tidbits come to light. For instance, the director of **Uglies**, McG, has cheekily compared working with Joey King to his past experiences with Drew Barrymore, suggesting a fun dynamic on set! Moreover, even though Netflix's adaptation has been critically panned, there’s an ironic twist: the very tropes that make **Uglies** underwhelming are the same classics that kept audiences glued to their screens for years, proving that nostalgia is indeed a powerful spell. Will **Uglies** find its beauty or remain lost in a sea of dystopian despair? Only time will tell!

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Uglies review – Netflix's drab and dated YA dystopian mess is not ... (The Guardian)

An empty and exasperating teen book adaptation, set in a future where beautiful people rule the world, is one of the year's most pointless films.

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Will There Be An Uglies 2? Pretties Release Date, Cast, Trailer ... (Capital FM)

Will There Be An Uglies 2? Here's everything we know about Netflix making an Uglies sequel.

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Joey King Talks 'Turning Up the Yassification' For 'Uglies' (Variety)

Joey King and Chase Stokes break down their new Netflix film "Uglies."

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Netflix's Uglies is everything wrong with the YA dystopian genre (Polygon)

Based on Scott Westerfeld's 2005 novel, and starring Joey King, Uglies is full of dated YA dystopia cliches. Uglies is streaming on Netflix now.

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uglies 2 release date: Uglies 2: Will the sequel 'Pretties' happen after ... (Economic Times)

After the release of Uglies on Netflix, fans are waiting for the news of a possible sequel, Pretties.

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Review: Based on Familiar Young-Adult Dystopian Tropes, <em ... (thirdcoastreview.com)

We're introduced to this future-world through Tally Youngblood (Joey King) and her best friend Peris (Chase Stokes), who live in pre-surgery dorms and attend ...

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Blink & You'll Miss This Celeb's Cameo In Netflix's 'Uglies' (Her Campus)

Lucky Blue Smith, model and Nara Smith's husband, makes a super quick cameo in Netflix's new movie 'Uglies.'

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UGLIES Movie Star Brianne Tju on Shay's Transformation and ... (TeenVogue.com)

Hear about how Brianne Tju transformed into Shay in the UGLIES movie, adapted from the dystopian YA novel, now playing on Netflix.

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'Uglies' Moving Ending Explained: What's Next For Tally? (Today.com)

What happens at the end of the Netflix movie Uglies? Read on for a summary of the ending, spoilers for Pretties sequel and reactions.

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What to watch with your kids: 'Speak No Evil,' 'Uglies' and more (The Washington Post)

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Is Uglies 2 happening? What we know about a potential Pretties movie (Glamour UK)

Uglies 2 is all we can think about after finishing the new Netflix film starring Joey King. So will we get a Pretties movie? Here's what we know so far.

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'Uglies' Director McG Says His Connection With Joey King ... (TheWrap)

Director McG tells TheWrap that working with Joey King on "Uglies" was "reminiscent" of working with Drew Barrymore.

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Netflix's 'Uglies' Movie Vs. Book: What's Different? (Deadline)

Several changes were made to the Netflix adaptation of 'Uglies' by Scott Westerfeld, which stars Joey King, Chase Stokes, Laverne Cox and more.

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'Uglies' Ending Explained: Will There Be a Sequel? (TheWrap)

"Uglies" director McG breaks down the ending of the film and discusses whether or not the next two books will be made into sequels.

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'Uglies' Director Breaks Down the Changes From the Book and Why ... (TheWrap)

At the center of the story is Tally Youngblood (Joey King), an almost-16-year-old who desperately wants to receive her surgery. But, when her time comes, she's ...

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Uglies movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert (Roger Ebert)

The genre dominance of early 2010's YA media was indisputably dystopian. “The Hunger Games” kicked it off in 2012, and 2014's rollout eventually caught up.

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'Uglies' Cast and Character Guide | Photos (TheWrap)

Here's who stars as who in Netflix's latest adaptation of a book, "Uglies." Joey King leads the cast as Tally Youngblood.

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Selling Sunset Fans Think Bre Tiesi Plays a Pretty Nurse in Uglies (Us Weekly)

'Selling Sunset' fans pointed out that Bre Tiesi appeared to make a cameo in Netflix's 'Uglies' movie.

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Erm, Bre from Selling Sunset is in the new Uglies film on Netflix and ... (The Tab)

Of course her character name is 'pretty nurse'. 13 hours ago. Ellie Ring · Trash · UK. Erm, so the new Netflix film Uglies is out today which I won't lie I ...

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How to Watch the 'Uglies' Movie (TheWrap)

She's joined by “Outer Banks” star Chase Stokes, “Orange Is the New Black” star Laverne Cox and more in the dystopian YA adaptation (no, you haven't gone back ...

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Uglies Soundtrack Guide: Every Song & When They Play In The Movie (Screen Rant)

Tally Youngblood's story in Uglies is accompanied by an excellent soundtrack, with both original compositions and songs from varying artists.

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Here Are the Key Differences Between the 'Uglies' Book and the ... (Cosmopolitan.com)

Scott Westerfield's 'Uglies' book is now a Netflix movie. Here's a round-up of all the notable differences between the book and the film.

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'Uglies' Proves the Future of YA Adaptations Should Be Animation (Rolling Stone)

Netflix's take on Scott Westerfeld's beloved book series shows how live-action film is too limiting for stories that take place in expansive worlds.

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10 Biggest Changes Netflix's Uglies Movie Makes To The Book (Screen Rant)

Tally Youngblood's story was initially conceived by author Scott Westerfeld, who published the popular YA sci-fi series back in 2005. There was talk of a movie ...

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