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Like The Hunger Games, Maze Runner became one of the few adaptation series of young adult novels that survived the finish line when mostly falling out before even getting a sequel, or more tragically, leaving the rounds (yes, I'm looking 'at you, Divergent). Unfortunately, like The Hunger Games anyway, the adventures of Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) and friends increasingly lose their appeal after leaving the interesting concept that was originally carried. Without the effort of his character to escape from the labyrinth while uncovering the mystery behind it, Maze Runner is just a generic blockbuster that will evaporate from memory once the duration ends, look at the opening sequence of Thomas, Newt (Thomas Brodie-Sangster), and the remnants of "Gladers" take on a mission to save Minho (Ki Hong Lee) from WCKD confinement. Although Wes Ball, who also directed the first two films, knows the basics of packing fast-paced action, the scene is like a mediocre version of the Fast & Furious train heist. Tight, noisy, but difficult to invite the impression, let alone to such interest in the struggle of the protagonist. Call me too serious about this kind of blockbuster, but really a lot of odd moms present fill. An odd moment that imposes an obstacle, or extends an existing obstacle.

Why choose to pick up the carriage first instead of firing at a handful of WCKD troops using a fully-stolen aircraft that has been stolen? It will save time and reduce risk, including the risk of mistakenly choosing a carriage. However, T.S. Nowlin as the scriptwriter certainly would not let it, because The Death Cure needs additional conflict to patch the thin groove. The question is, should it reach 140 minutes? I do not think so. Because of the practicality, the early 90 minutes of The Death Cure is purely a matter of saving Minho with some unsuccessful side plots, from the romance of Thomas and Teresa (Rich Scodelario) to the moral ambiguity of a WCKD vaccine experiment.

The second point should be the main spotlight of The Death Cure. The story never dared to step into the grey area. WCKD, as the name implies, is a group of cruel, selfless, self-sacrificing people who sacrificed adolescent lives for their own safety in the framework of experiments whose outcomes never come to light. Another story if the experiment was successful, which would provoke a dilemma and provoke the mind of the audience. Rather, the film is only interested in pounding through the action that relies on pattern repetition.

All the set-pieces of action always present the following scenario: the main character is in danger-at a glance-at a loss of hope-suddenly another figure appears, out of nowhere, saving everything. The element of surprise is no longer capable when done repeatedly. Dylan O'Brien with nihil charisma plus flat acting was helpless to intensify the intensity. It is precisely Will Poulter who returned as Gally more lively and interesting listened. We know since The Revenant and then Detroit, Poulter has experienced maturity in its performance. He is more mature, knows how to give weight to a word or two, adding to the dynamics in it, The Death Cure has a bombastic third act, featuring massive wreckage wrapped in CGI as well as a capable sound system. Undoubtedly to be an epic treat if the groove that started it did not appear long-winded problems that can be resolved long before. Even the cover will be sweet as well as be touching for the fans who have bound their hearts to Thomas and his friends. Maze Runner: The Death Cure is not a satisfactory final round, but looking at the present conditions, the success of the adult adaptation franchise adult novel adult completing his journey is a thankful achievement. 

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RATING (6/10)

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