Trailerblazing -- Insurgent

Insurgent -- March 20, 2015 -- directed by Robert Schwentke -- starring Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Theo James, Kate Winslet, Naomi Watts 

After Divergent's huge success, the hotly anticipated sequel only looks to increase the stakes for the characters and excitement for audiences. The action now moves from Tris and Four fighting within a faction to them joining the factionless, led by a character named Evelyn (Naomi Watts). Based on this trailer, we are in for even more revelations and more strife between Tris and Jeanine, as well as some incredible visuals. I have heard the trilogy fans lament that what we see here does not exactly follow the source material, but I do not believe that the filmmakers would jeopardize the loyalty of the book fans, what with the first film having been so beloved. I do wonder if the plot point about Divergents having special powers/traits is from the book, though, since it seems like a pretty major element. I also wonder about the scene in which Tris is supposed to fight herself, which could change the dynamic for the character if it strays from the novel. As for director Schwentke, he directed last year's disaster R.I.P.D., but also has the intriguing Flightplan on his resume so, with a good screenplay, this effort could be his breakthrough. I was impressed with Divergent and have faith in the filmmakers continuing on the right path, so I am looking forward to Insurgent.