"The Fallout" Review: Jenna Ortega and Maddie Ziegler ... - Autostraddle
The story centers on (played by Jenna Ortega ), an ordinary teenager whose life is shattered after she survives a mass shooting. During the event, she hides in a bathroom stall with two other students: Mia Reed (Maddie Ziegler), a popular influencer, and Quinton Hasland (Niles Fitch), whose brother is killed in the attack.
The film features a "heavenly" and "evocative" score by Finneas O'Connell . Themes and Critical Reception The Fallout (2022)
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Vada struggles with a sense of emotional detachment and guilt while her best friend, Nick, turns to activism. "The Fallout" Review: Jenna Ortega and Maddie Ziegler
Released on in early 2022, The Fallout is a poignant, high-school drama that focuses on the emotional aftermath of a school shooting. Directed by Megan Park , the film has been praised as a "defining movie for Gen Z," capturing the raw, messy reality of grief and trauma through an authentic lens. Plot Overview
This role is widely considered one of Jenna Ortega's finest performances, showcasing her range before her superstardom in Wednesday . The film features a "heavenly" and "evocative" score
The film skips the typical political debates surrounding gun control, instead focusing on the survivors' internal struggles: