Angel Studios, known for releasing The Chosen and Sound of Freedom, has released a dystopian sci-fi drama, The Shift. This dark and heavy film spends the first half of the story making sure the audience understands how devastating life can be. Based on the people I know, today’s audience doesn’t need to be convinced and would prefer having 10-15 minutes cut from the first hour.

The acting is well done. Neal McDonough (Captain America: The First Avenger, Minority Report) plays the Benefactor, who tries to control everyone. The show’s lead, Kristoffer Polaha (Jurassic World Dominion, numerous Hallmark movies), plays Kevin, a man who has to dig deep into his soul to determine what he stands for.

Sean Astin (Stranger Things, Lord of the Rings) has a significant role in the film and delivers an impeccable performance. John Billingsley (Star Trek: Enterprise, Out of Time) was a delightful choice to play Russo, a curious skeptic who receives his own miracle based on Kevin’s steadfast beliefs.

The story opens with Kevin being down on his luck. He’s lost everything important to him and faces more pending loss. The Benefactor pulls Kevin out from the multi-verse and suggests he work for him, but if he turns down the opportunity, Kevin will be placed into a different world in the multi-verse, increasing his losses.

The film’s theme speaks to us doing what is right, not what is easy. Some have tried to lessen the theme’s impact by suggesting it’s about shining our light through little acts of kindness. But this film was much heavier than that trifle sentiment. It’s about choosing where you stand on high-pressure issues or philosophies and then living according to your beliefs.

If you can handle the extra ten minutes of sadness in the first hour of the film, you’ll find the rest provocative, giving you pause to assess where you stand on the hard issues of the day and whether or not your life aligns with your beliefs.

The Shift is in theaters starting on December 1, 2023. Tickets can be purchased at the film’s website. Also, Angel Studios empowers you to buy extra tickets to pay it forward to those who might not be able to afford tickets.

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