“The Prodigy” Movie Review

“The Prodigy”

 

Movie Review

 

The Prodigy is a 2019 horror film directed by Nicholas McCarthy, and written by Jeff Buhler. It stars Taylor Schilling, Jackson Robert Scott, and Colm Feore. The plot centers around a child whose disturbing behavior signals that an evil, possibly supernatural being has taken control of him, forcing his parents to investigate whether sinister forces are involved. The Prodigy was released in the United States on February 8, 2019, by Orion Pictures. The film received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances and atmosphere but criticized the story and dialogue.