Netflix’s ‘Uglies’ Release: A Thought-Provoking Look at Society’s Obsession with Beauty
The movie “Uglies,” based on Scott Westerfeld’s popular novel, premiered on Netflix on September 13, 2024. Set in a dystopian future, the story revolves around Tally Youngblood, played by Joey King. In this society, everyone undergoes mandatory cosmetic surgery at age 16 to become “pretty,” erasing individuality and enforcing conformity. Tally’s journey begins as she…