SummaryMia (Elizabeth Olsen) and Aaryan (Himesh Patel) are a successful couple who hope to become parents in a near future where resources are extremely limited and the government keeps firm control over reproduction. They are assigned an assessor named Virginia (Alicia Vikander), who moves into their home for seven days to evaluate whether they deserve... Read More
Directed By:Fleur Fortune
Written By:Nell Garfath Cox, Dave Thomas, John Donnelly
The Assessment
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62
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
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Sep 13, 2024
90
Though powered by incredible performances and worldbuilding, what truly leads The Assessment to have an exceptional final product is its refreshingly original premise. The script, written by John Donelly, Nell Garfath Cox, and Dave Thomas, takes full advantage of the sci-fi genre to tap into relevant topics such as climate change, parenthood, and elitism.
Sep 13, 2024
80
Opinions may divide about the extended coda that Fortuné gives her story but it is evidence that she is ambitious for something that eludes so many film-makers: an ending. It’s a stylish debut.
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6.3
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Aug 7, 2026
9
Movie Review Mom GRADE: A-IN A NUTSHELL:The film was directed by Fleur Fortune’. In her notes to the press, she described her desire and attempts to get pregnant to have her own childWriting credits go to Neil and Dave Thomas and John **** the near future where parenthood is strictly controlled, a couple’s seven-day assessment for the right to have a child unravels into a psychological nightmare, forcing them to question the very foundations of their society and what it truly means to be human.Already, the film has been nominated for several awards at several film festivals, such as Best Lead Performance, Best Debut Screenwriter.TIPS FOR PARENTS:Kids will be bored. There’s a lot of adults **** see a woman wearing a revealing clothes (Elizabeth Olsen never wears a bra.)We see the naked backside of a woman getting out of a bathtub.Talk of the extermination of **** see a couple getting frisky in several scenes with movement and sound effects.A lesbian couple is represented.Talk of an inappropriate affairSome profanity, including F-bombsPortrayal of a bloody **** controlHumanitySocietyDissidentBelongingMarriageInsecuritiesHuman relationshipsControl vs. freedomEnvironmentalismSacrificePopulation controlTHINGS I LIKED:The cast is really great and includes stellar performances by Alicia Vikander, Elizabeth Olsen, and Himesh Patel. Other outstanding shoutouts go to Minnie Driver, Indira Varma, Nicholas Pinnock, Charlotte Ritchie, and Leah **** fact: Alicia Vikander was one of the first IVF babies born in Sweden!The film asks some very good questions such as why would people want to have children, what role should society play in that decision and the parenting of children.I thought it was sweet to watch her talk to her plants. I do the same **** food options look terrible. I sure hope that I don’t have to live in that **** technology, as well as the ocean outside the house offer lurking threats that increase the tension.There’s a moment where a character breaks the fourth wall, which challenges us to consider what we are willing to sacrifice.I appreciated the symbolism of the delicate orchid which could relate so well to so many themes in the story: raising children, the connection to Mia’s mother and the old world, **** you’re a fan of Rice University, look for the Easter eggs.There are plenty of moments that will make you feel discomfort and incredulity. I love movies that make you ask questions and **** set designs were interesting and provided an interesting dystopian environment.THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE:Sometimes it’s hard to understand what people are saying either due to whispered conversations or sound effects that drown out ****’s very artsy-fartsy. Some viewers won’t appreciate or understand certain **** 3 dragged a bit, making the movie feel long.While there is some wit, there aren’t any humorous lines to break up the dramatic **** makes parenting look absolutely difficult and horrible. Parenting IS hard, but it’s also one of the most rewarding things you can ever do in your life. It pushes you in ways you never thought possible, but also makes your heart swell to previously unknown depths.FUNNY LINES: None. This is a serious drama.INTERESTING LINES:“What if we’re not good enough?” – Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) “If we’re not, who is?” – Aaryan (Himesh Patel)“I love you.” – Aaryan (Himesh Patel) “That’s right.” – Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) “I want a real child, not this.” – Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) “This is how we get a real child.” – Aaryan (Himesh Patel)“It’s a choice. Parenthood is full of them.” – Virginia (Alicia Vikander)“This society needs people who know what it’s like to love a child.” – Virginia (Alicia Vikander)
Aug 9, 2025
8
Fleur Fortune’s feature-length debut, The Assessment, is a dystopian sci-fi drama thriller that’s bound to split opinions. Its sharp critique of society hits the mark, yet its lack of a clear conclusion might leave a sour taste in your **** story follows Mia and Aaryan, a couple hoping to become parents. The catch? In this post-near-extinction society—heavily controlled by the Government—aspiring parents must undergo an assessment program to determine their fitness for parenthood. When the assessor arrives at Mia and Aaryan’s home to begin the process, things spiral into a web of disillusionment and redemption as Mia begins to question whether there’s more to **** Assessment is a slow burn, and action junkies might find themselves bored if they’re expecting a high-octane thrill ride. The story unfolds steadily, piece by piece, over the course of seven days, each day presenting unusual—yet oddly familiar—parenting scenarios. Truth be told, this exaggeration of parenting is a strong element of the narrative, tightly woven with commentary on society’s parenting norms and the extent of Government control. That said, the latter theme feels underdeveloped for the most **** to maintaining engagement are Elizabeth Olsen and Alicia Vikander, who steal the show with their performances. Their character arcs are compelling and, in their resolution, breathtaking—no **** what makes The Assessment land a solid 8?The backstory is noticeably absent, despite being crucial to understanding the characters’ context. We get a major exposition dump during the Dinner Scene, but that’s about it. Given the dystopian setting, a bit more world-building—either through dialogue or visuals—would’ve gone a long way.Then there’s Virginia’s arc conclusion: abrupt to the point of shock value. For impact, it’s an A+, but in terms of narrative payoff, especially considering her climax, it feels rushed. Her “Dark Night of the Soul” moment could’ve used more breathing room—it flashes by in an ****’s arc conclusion is also a letdown, simply because it’s too open-ended. Hell, “ended” might not even apply—it’s just open. Her journey would’ve benefited from a touch more closure.That’s not the case with Aaryan’s arc, though. His conclusion aligns perfectly with the trajectory of his character: fitting and deeply **** Assessment is bold, eerie, and aims to deliver a powerful punch. Most of its social critique lands hard, though a few minor pet peeves keep it just shy of greatness. Still, for movie fanatics, it’s a memorable flick that’ll linger in your mind long after the credits roll.
Mar 13, 2025
75
The Assessment is smart and sinister sci-fi of “The Handmaids Tale” school, a striking, minimalist parable about humanity’s failings in facing an inhumane future.
Sep 13, 2024
67
And while the inevitable devolution of Mia and Aaryan’s union under the stress of this assessment and their respective truths hidden beneath their ideal of love is dramatic, it’s Virginia who steals the show. Not because she’s an absurdly insane character that Vikander knocks out of the park, but because there’s a reason for her intensity.
Mar 20, 2025
60
A sterile drama about state-controlled procreation, “The Assessment,” the first feature from the French director Fleur Fortuné, is visually stark and emotionally chilling.
Sep 13, 2024
60
At its best, The Assessment smartly taps into and maintains its focus on the near universal anxiety about parenting in a world made increasingly uninhabitable by overconsumption and climate change. But the film loses its way when it widens its scope and tries to incorporate eleventh-hour world-building.
May 8, 2025
40
There’s a kernel of philosophical intrigue in The Assessment, encased in a sleek shell of dystopian science fiction, and unfortunately flung a million miles away from audience engagement.
Aug 4, 2025
8
Very thought-provoking sci-fi story. I love how they didn't give us too much detail on how this world came about, but only just enough to understand that this couple wanted a child. Alicia Vikander is amazing. She really does a great job of dividing her time between adult and child. Elizabeth Olsen and Himesh Patel are the perfect, wannabe parent who really do not have any idea what they're getting into, like most first-time parents. The ending hits hard and deep, but ultimately is hopeful.
May 8, 2025
6
Chegando sem alarde no catálogo do Prime Video, A Avaliação logo chama atenção por seu elenco de peso, com Elizabeth Olsen, Alicia Vikander e Himesh Patel, e pela proposta ousada de explorar uma distopia com toques de ficção científica. A premissa inicial, instigante e provocadora, promete discutir questões como controle social, paternidade e os limites do governo sobre o corpo humano. A trama se passa em um futuro onde as pessoas não envelhecem, mas são obrigadas a passar por uma rigorosa avaliação de sete dias, decidindo seu futuro reprodutivo, o que abre portas para uma série de reflexões sobre a liberdade individual e a intimidade. Ao longo da narrativa, o filme mergulha em um conflito psicológico entre o casal protagonista, Mia e Aaryan, que, em meio à avaliação, enfrentam tensões e questionamentos sobre a maternidade e o relacionamento.O roteiro, ao início, parece promissor. Sua introdução, repleta de cenas didáticas e bem construídas, faz um bom trabalho ao nos situar na realidade distópica e nas complexas relações que surgem entre Mia e Aaryan. À medida que a trama se desenvolve, o desconforto da avaliação se intensifica, e o filme começa a explorar não apenas as dinâmicas de um relacionamento, mas também os conflitos internos dos personagens e as consequências psicológicas de um governo que se intromete até nas decisões mais íntimas dos cidadãos. É um filme que te mantém no limite, com a tensão crescente entre os personagens e com a promessa de um desfecho impactante. No entanto, o filme perde força ao tentar abarcar uma gama excessiva de temas, deixando de lado uma exploração mais profunda de algumas de suas questões mais interessantes, como o próprio universo distópico que apenas vislumbramos, mas nunca experimentamos realmente. O roteiro opta por uma exposição excessiva no final, explicando demais o que poderia ser mais sutil, o que enfraquece o impacto emocional da conclusão e, por consequência, a força da narrativa.O que realmente se destaca em A Avaliação, no entanto, é a direção de Fleur Fortuné, que, apesar de ser sua estreia em longas-metragens, consegue transitar com competência entre o minimalismo e a construção de uma atmosfera densa e sufocante. Vinda de uma carreira em videoclipes, Fleur imprime uma estética única no filme, com cenas que parecem saídas de diferentes universos visuais, mas sempre com uma sobriedade que evita exageros desnecessários. A direção de arte, somada à fotografia refinada, contribui para criar um ambiente imersivo, em que a sensação de vigilância constante é palpável. A ambientação é um dos pontos mais fortes do filme, com um cenário que mistura a calma de um ambiente futurista com a tensão de um sistema opressor, onde até os atos mais privados são avaliados e **** atuações são outro destaque do filme. Alicia Vikander, que interpreta Virginia, a enigmática avaliadora, entrega uma performance multifacetada. Inicialmente, sua personagem parece uma figura fria, quase mecânica, mas conforme a trama se desenrola, sua história é revelada, e com isso, novos aspectos da personagem surgem, tornando-a muito mais complexa e humana do que aparentava. Sua versatilidade como atriz é evidente, especialmente nas cenas mais tensas, em que a frieza dá lugar a um desconforto visível. Elizabeth Olsen, por sua vez, não fica para trás. A atriz, já acostumada a filmes com um enfoque mais humano, se destaca pela naturalidade com que interpreta Mia, uma personagem marcada pela fragilidade e pela luta interna com os próprios sentimentos de maternidade e conformidade. O elenco é, sem dúvida, um dos pontos altos da produção, e ambos os protagonistas conseguem dar vida a personagens que, embora imersos em uma realidade distópica, transmitem emoções universais que ressoam com o **** seu conjunto, A Avaliação é um filme que, apesar de sua premissa forte e sua direção segura, se perde ao tentar englobar demasiados temas sem aprofundar suficientemente nenhum deles. A questão do controle social e da manipulação do corpo humano, por exemplo, poderia ter sido mais bem explorada, assim como as implicações psicológicas do sistema distópico. O filme flerta com temas profundos, mas sua falta de sutileza no desfecho acaba por diminuir o impacto da obra, deixando uma sensação de frustração ao final. Fleur Fortuné, apesar de mostrar grande potencial como diretora, acaba sendo refém de um roteiro que não consegue equilibrar o que deveria ser uma narrativa instigante com a necessidade de explicação excessiva. O filme poderia ter sido mais impactante, mais provocador, se tivesse confiado mais em sua capacidade de sugerir do que de **** fim, A Avaliação é uma experiência que te mantém interessado, mas que, ao final, deixa um gosto amargo de oportunidades não aproveitadas. Mesmo com um elenco competente e uma direção promissora, o longa se perde em sua própria ambição, tornando-se um filme de ficção científica que não entrega o impacto que sua premissa inicial promete.
Jul 9, 2025
4
A premissa é interessante, mas a execução torna tudo muito maniqueísta e fora do timing, tanto para a comédia quanto para o drama reflexivo. Tem aquela pegada meio futurista e mergulha de forma íntima no cotidiano do casal que quer ter um filho, o qual precisa ter aprovação do Estado, aqui representado por uma avaliadora que orá fazer não apenas o teste, mas atuar como se filho deles fossem (!). As situações forçadas e algumas bizarrices (o mijo) fazem esse filme estar navegando entre sacadas interessantes e o mais puro besteirol. O final então, com uma atitude extrema, é o roteiro forçando demais (de novo).
Production Company:
- Augenschein Filmproduktion
- Number 9 Films
- Project Infinity
- ShivHans Pictures
- Tiki Tane Pictures
Release Date:Mar 21, 2025
Duration:1 h 54 m
Rating:R
Tagline:Would you pass?
Awards
British Independent Film Awards
• 1 Win & 3 Nominations
Chlotrudis Awards
• 2 Nominations
Tromsø International Film Festival
• 1 Nomination





























