In this 1998 thriller, a high school student named Steve, played by James Marsden, moves to a seemingly idyllic town where he discovers that the local teenagers are being transformed into perfect, obedient citizens. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a sinister plot involving mind control. The film also stars Katie Holmes and Nick Stahl, adding depth to the chilling narrative. Directed by David Nutter, known for his work on “The X-Files,” the movie explores themes of conformity and rebellion. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.