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Uglies is a 2024 sci-fi film adaptation of the bestselling novel by Scott Westerfeld. The story is set in a futuristic dystopian world where all teenagers, upon turning sixteen, must undergo cosmetic surgery to conform to strict beauty standards and become "Pretties." These "Pretties" are granted perfect looks and live in luxurious cities, enjoying carefree lives.

The protagonist, Tally Youngblood, is about to turn sixteen and eagerly awaits her surgery. However, her friend Shay opposes this transformation and reveals to Tally the existence of a group of people living outside the city who have rejected the surgery, choosing to remain in their natural form—they are called the "Uglies." Under Shay's influence, Tally begins to question her own desire for beauty and the values of her society.

Tally soon uncovers a dark secret behind the surgery: it's not just a change in appearance but a means to control individuality and thought. Forced to choose between compliance and freedom, Tally embarks on a journey of resistance, grappling with issues of identity, free will, and the true meaning of beauty.