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Mall is a 2014 drama film directed by Joe Hahn revolving around five teenagers' lives intertwining while they commit a mass shooting in a mall. The movie stars James Frecheville, Cameron Monaghan, and Ron Yuan and is set in an American shopping mall during one eventful Friday night. The story revolves around a disenfranchised teen named Jeff, played by Cameron Monaghan, who works at a fast-food restaurant in the mall. Jeff is struggling to come to terms with his mother's suicide and his overbearing father. Another character, Mal, portrayed by James Frecheville, is a skateboarder who hangs out in the mall food court with his friend. Mal is also dealing with his own problems - his family is in financial trouble, and his mother's job is at risk.

Their paths cross with three other teens who are also in the mall. One of them, Michael (played by Vincent D'Onofrio's son, Elvis), is a drug addict who has come to the mall to meet with his dealer. The other two, Danny and Sean, are reeling from the recent loss of a friend and are looking for a way to numb the pain.

As the night progresses, tensions between the characters escalate, and we see glimpses of their inner turmoil. The movie takes a non-linear approach by scattering flashbacks of their backstories throughout the plot, slowly revealing the reasons behind their actions.

The climax of the film occurs when Jeff reaches his breaking point and decides to commit a mass shooting in the mall. While the film's progression shows the events leading up to the shooting, it ends before showing the shooting itself. Following the shooting, the film shows the aftermath and the characters' responses to the incident, including a monologue by Mal.

Mall tackles issues like gun violence, bullying, and mental illness in a thought-provoking way. Although the film contains themes of violence, it doesn't glorify or justify the shooting.

The film's setting in the mall creates a sharp contrast in the story's darker themes against the backdrop of a bright commercial environment. The mall's lights and sounds are a vivid contrast to the bleakness of the story.

The cast gives strong performances, with Cameron Monaghan standing out in his portrayal of Jeff. Monaghan's Jeff is a sympathetic character, despite his actions, and the audience can see his pain and frustrations.

Australian actor James Frecheville is also noteworthy in his performance as Mal, the straight-shooting skater, who is tired of life's constraints.

The movie's soundtrack is fitting, featuring music from artists such as Linkin Park, Moby, and Kasabian. The songs reflect the mood and tone of the movie, with Linkin Park's 'A Light That Never Comes' capturing the film's energy.

Overall, Mall is a powerful movie that poses important questions about gun violence and mental illness. While it may be difficult to watch for some viewers due to its subject matter, it is a movie that shouldn't be overlooked. With solid performances and a fitting soundtrack, the movie is worth watching for those who enjoy thought-provoking dramas.

Mall is a 2014 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.9.