Adam the First

Oakes Fegley, a name familiar to many Person of Interest fans despite his brief three-episode stint as Gabriel Hayward, has carved out a surprisingly successful film career since then.

Adam the First starts off promising enough, but it took an unexpected turn that left me scratching my head. The film abruptly veers into Christian territory, transforming what could have been a compelling narrative into something that feels a bit preachy. While I appreciate stories with religious themes, I'm not a fan of films that come across as overt propaganda, regardless of the political or religious viewpoint.

It's not uncommon for American and Canadian actors to appear in such films, and it seems even the beloved David Duchovny couldn't resist. However, his presence is disappointingly minimal, barely justifying his name in the credits. It's as if he had a personal connection to the project and simply wanted to lend his support, because his impact on the film is negligible.

Fegley, on the other hand, delivers a commendable performance, showcasing the talent that has propelled him to success. He manages to shine even when the script falters, bringing a depth and authenticity to his character that transcends the film's shortcomings.

Despite its missteps, Adam the First isn't a complete disaster. The cinematography is visually appealing, capturing the natural beauty of the Mississippi setting. The film also boasts a few genuinely touching moments that resonate emotionally, even if they are overshadowed by the heavy-handed religious messaging.

In the end, Adam the First is a mixed bag. It's a film with potential that ultimately falls short due to its overemphasis on religious themes. It's a shame, because Fegley's performance and the film's visual appeal deserve better. If you're looking for a thought-provoking drama, you might find something to appreciate here, but be prepared for a dose of Christian messaging that might not be to everyone's taste.

Adam (Oakes Fegley) has been raised in the woods by his not-father James (David Duchovny). They are tracked down and raided by bounty hunters. James and his girlfriend are killed. Before dying, James gives Adam his real father's name and three addresses. Adam sets out to find him.

I don't like Adam and that's as simple as that. I stop caring about him, his quest, and his happily ever after. He is one of those annoying teenage boys who don't think beyond his two feet. The actor is also doing the hesitation while being boldly secure at other times. I really got annoyed with the first Jacob Watterson. If Jacob is a real criminal, he would have told the kid to f off. I couldn't take his patience with the kid. I understand the performance and the writing. I just don't like it.

Here is a script which opens with an unexpected scenario which elicits the "usual" sorts of expectations going forward. Now let's go to the end--after the credits roll--the very end of film and then think back over everything that's transpired. All expectations are turned inside out and upside down. Just as you start thinking you know where it's going there's just enough of spin to set you off balance with a surprise. It's not a perfect film --but it is one that makes you think a lot about human nature. And by the end there's a LOT to think about regarding human motives, intentions--and love. An unexpected pleasure for those who appreciate the unexpected instead of formula scripts. Oakes Fegley--yeah, he carries the film very well.

I went and saw Adam The First in a film. I had never heard about this movie before, but my local theater was showing it, and nothing else that was playing seemed that interesting. I had a free night, and I thought I would give it a chance, and I'm really glad I did. The film follows Adam, who was raised in the woods by a pair of survivalists who aren't his biological parents. All he knows about his parents is that his father abandoned him after his mother died when he was a baby. However, when things happen that are outside of Adam's control, Adam finds himself on a quest to find his real father. His only clue is a list of three different men who all have the same name. I won't give anything else away because I feel like this movie is one of those films that are better to go in, not knowing too much about what happens. What I will say is that this film felt like a grounded adventure film in the same vein as Huckleberry Finn. The characters were all interesting, and for the most part, their actions were all logical. The kid who played Adam did a great job, and all the other actors played their parts well, even if they aren't super well known. The exception is David Duchovny. I'm not super familiar with him, but he was good at this. All in all, Adam the First was different from a lot of modern movies, but in a good way, and the ending left me satisfied. So, if you are looking for a movie that will make you think and that is emotionally satisfying, give this one a watch.

It started with promise and Duchovny was great. But after the first 20mins and the setup it just got worse and worse, scene by scene.

Other than Duchovny there wasn't much good acting, the dialogue and the reaction from Adam was bizarre and just didn't make much sense. Very poor writing and directing.

It really did seem like the writter/director had a begging for a film and that was it, they just winged it from there on.

You really just start wishing the film will end. Then to make things worse it breaks down into a vomit inducing musical number for the final scene.

There is really no need to waste time watching this.