Anthem of a Teenage Prophet 2019

Overview

Anthem of a Teenage Prophet is a drama film based on the young adult novel of the same name by Joanne Proulx. Directed by Robin Hays, the production features a cast that includes Cameron Monaghan, Peyton List, Juliette Lewis, and Grayson Gabriel. The story follows a teenager named Luke, who experiences a premonition regarding the death of his new best friend, Stan, who is known as the most popular student at their school. When the prediction occurs with startling accuracy, Luke becomes the subject of local attention and is labeled the Prophet of Death. Beyond the consequences of his vision, Luke faces an unexpected personal complication when he begins to fall in love with his late friend's girlfriend. The film, which carries a 14A rating, has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes. While some critical reception noted that the film displays an admirable level of restraint, it was also described as feeling somewhat tepid for the genre. The project was released in the United States on January 11, 2019.