“Equals” (**1/2 out of four) was a visually striking melodrama set in an emotionless utopia where two citizens (Nicholas Hoult and Kristen Stewart) fall in love after regaining their feelings after recovering from a mysterious disease which causes tension between them and their oppressive society. Director Drake Doremus was obviously inspired by the works of early Stanley Kubrick, particularly “2001: A Space Odyssey”, and this comes very close to working but fails to connect as a whole. Film has magnificent cinematography, spectacular sets, and strong mood and style yet lacks a story thrust that would have made it more involving. Strong performances from both Hoult and Stewart make this journey worthwhile.