Bad Genius

Bad Genius

(2017)

In the high-stakes world of elite education, “Bad Genius” follows the audacious journey of Lily Cheng, a brilliant yet disillusioned high school student who feels trapped in a system that prioritizes scores over dreams. Struggling with the crushing weight of academic expectations, she devises an intricate plan to help her less gifted peers ace their exams while simultaneously securing her own future. With a razor-sharp intellect and a knack for innovation, Lily transforms into a mastermind cheat architect, devising complex systems to siphon answers during high-pressure testing moments.

As she recruits a small group of misfit students yearning for an escape from mediocrity, tensions begin to mount. Among her recruits is Alex, an ambitious athlete grappling with the pressure to perform, and Jamie, a talented artist whose true potential remains hidden behind a veil of self-doubt. Each character brings their unique skills to the heist-like scheme, adding layers of camaraderie and conflict to their otherwise mundane academic lives. However, what starts as a harmless endeavor to beat the system quickly spirals out of control when Lily finds herself embroiled in a tangled web of betrayal, ambition, and moral ambiguity.

As their high-stakes exam strategies unfold, the group navigates a landscape riddled with jealousy, desperation, and unexpected alliances. Competitors from rival schools catch wind of their activities, leading to a game of cat and mouse that threatens not only their academic futures but their friendships as well. With a sharp focus on the themes of ambition, ethical dilemmas, and the pressure of societal expectations, “Bad Genius” challenges viewers to reflect on the lengths one will go to achieve success.

Caught between a desire for freedom and the crippling fear of failure, Lily must confront her own motivations and face the consequences of her actions. Will she continue on her path of deception, or can she find a way to reclaim her integrity while still pursuing her dreams? Tension crescendos in a gripping finale that will leave audiences questioning if the ends truly justify the means in the pursuit of greatness.

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+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 73

Genres

Comedy,Crime,Drama

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Director

Nattawut Poonpiriya

Cast

Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying
Eisaya Hosuwan
Teeradon Supapunpinyo
Chanon Santinatornkul
Thaneth Warakulnukroh
Pasin Kuansataporn
Ego Mikitas

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