
Step into the realm of speculative cinema with me, where the question “what if” takes a chilling turn in the intriguing yet somewhat underdeveloped film, “The Assessment.” In this dystopian future, the concept of state-mandated parental suitability is taken to an extreme, and Elizabeth Olsen and Himesh Patel portray a seemingly flawless couple yearning for parenthood. However, they must first endure a week of rigorous testing to make their dream a reality. The scrutiny unfolds in their sleek, seaside abode, under the watchful eye of the stern yet enigmatic Virginia, masterfully played by Alicia Vikander. Her unconventional evaluation techniques push Mia (Olsen) and Aaryan (Patel) to the edge of personal disintegration.