The Changeover 2017
What is The Changeover?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Changeover" (2017). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 28, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom, New Zealand
- Studios
- Firefly Films
- Revenue
- $112,749
- Genres
- Fantasy, Thriller, Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 55 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~95 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Firefly Films
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Changeover" (2017).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Omit details not in the material.
Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Word count: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Target audience: Public reference site.
Title: The Changeover
Year: 2017
Genre: New Zealand coming-of-age fantasy horror film (Source 2); Fantasy, Thriller, and Horror (Source 1).
Directors: Miranda Harcourt and Stuart McKenzie (Source 2).
Based on: 1984 young adult novel of the same name by Margaret Mahy (Source 2).
Setting: A poor new suburb on the edge of a partially demolished Christchurch, New Zealand (Source 1/4).
Plot: Laura Chant, age 16, lives with her mother and four-year-old brother Jacko (Source 1/4). Laura is drawn into a supernatural battle with an ancient spirit that attacks Jacko and drains his life as the spirit becomes younger (Source 1/4). Laura discovers her true identity and supernatural ability and must harness it to save her brother (Source 1/4).
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of fantasy and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Changeover worth watching?
The Changeover holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 55 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Fantasy, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Changeover and when was it released?
The Changeover is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Changeover?
The Changeover was directed by Stuart McKenzie, Miranda Harcourt.
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