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Uglies: A Dystopian Journey to the Final Transformation

Uglies is a dystopian drama series adapted from Scott Westerfeld’s best-selling novel, set in a future society where extreme beauty standards dictate the lives of its citizens. The story follows Tally Youngblood, portrayed by Joey King, who is on the brink of undergoing the mandatory transformation that will turn her from an “Ugly” into a ...