What Are Fans Saying About 'Divergent'?
For months, fans of the "Divergent" trilogy have been anxiously awaiting the release of the movie based on the first book, with fingers crossed that it wouldn't be ruined by its journey through Hollywood.
And though the professionals were already quibbling yesterday over whether the film was a thrilling success or a bloated flop, the real reckoning is happening on twitter as we speak, where fans who flocked to the midnight premiere are sharing their thoughts on seeing this beloved story on the big screen.
Anticipation Was Running High
Guy co-worker: "I just can't concentrate on anything until after the Divergent movie comes out."
— Miranda Kenneally (@MirandaKennealy) March 18, 2014
Divergent tattoos for the midnight showing with my mom and bestie 💕 pic.twitter.com/3hUviZkPEq
— divergent fandom (@DivergentFandom) March 21, 2014
One YA Author Was Floored
the #Divergent movie was flawless. FLAWLESS. i don't even words right now bc flawless
— Tahereh Mafi (@TaherehMafi) March 21, 2014
And Fans Were Not Disappointed!
I still can't stop thinking about how awesome the @Divergent movie was. So much fun. It really exceeded my expectations.
— Alana Whitman (@alanawhitman) March 21, 2014
Saw Divergent tonight! Excellent!! It was intense & the main characters were really well cast. I loved so many parts of this movie! Sold!
— Courtney C Stevens (@Quartland) March 19, 2014
DIVERGENT WAS THE BEST MOVIE MADE FROM A BOOK I'M SRS GUYS IT WAS OUT OF THIS WORLD😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍👏👏👏
— LukeBIsMyEverything♡ (@demibrxoks) March 21, 2014
...Except When They Were
If you're excited to see Divergent turned into a movie, dont be.
— Andrea Shiley (@andreashiley) March 21, 2014
Although Divergent was a good movie by itself, if you read and loved the book be prepared to be severely disappointed/pissed..
— Emily (@pieceofblake37) March 21, 2014
Meanwhile, The Franchise Has At Least One New Fan
Ddnt know what Divergent was until I saw the movie. Better than Hunger Games in my opinion. #Divergent 👍
— Johansen Aguilar (@johanaguilar_) March 21, 2014
And People Are Looking On The Bright Side
Disappointed in Divergent. Hopefully the other movies are better adaptations. At least we still got the books....and Four's bottom lip 😍
— Stiller (@stillailla) March 21, 2014
Except When Actively Embracing Denial
pls dont tell me divergent movie is disappointing
— caleb prior (@christleyuy) March 21, 2014
Noooo why is divergent getting bad reviews I need that movie to be good.
— Zahra (@hi_im_zahra) March 21, 2014
But Hey, Whatever. INSURGENT!
Did not expect Theo James to be THAT hot oh my god. Divergent <--- spectacular movie. Can't wait for Insurgent. :D
— Hazz ◢◤ (@Nikkiblerp) March 21, 2014
Best book/movie EVER! words can't describe what I'm feeling! I can't wait for Insurgent! @Divergent @VeronicaRoth pic.twitter.com/vUWEfLBcVx
— Jessica Hall (@jesstperf) March 21, 2014