76 Days (2020)
92%RT Audience Score: 83%
Awards & Nominations: NA
A raw, fly-on-the-wall recounting of hospital life in Wuhan in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, 76 Days is an engrossing and potent documentary – and a surprisingly comforting portrait of humanity.
If you’re looking for a documentary that will make you laugh, 76 Days is not it. But if you want to be moved, inspired, and educated, then this is the film for you. It’s a raw and unfiltered look at the early days of the pandemic in Wuhan, China, and the healthcare workers who risked their lives to save others. The film is a testament to the human spirit and the power of community in times of crisis. So grab some tissues and prepare to be moved by this unforgettable and important piece of history.
Production Company(ies)
DENTSU Music And Entertainment, Nibariki Nippon Television, Network
Distributor
MTV Documentary Films
Release Type
Streaming, Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
Not Rated
Year of Release
2020
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 33m
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Language(s):
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jan 23, 2021 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 5, 2021
Genre(s)
Documentary
Keyword(s)
documentary, COVID-19, pandemic, hospital, Wuhan, China, health care workers, patients, lockdown, raw, fly-on-the-wall, engrossing, potent, comforting, humanity, Hao Wu, Weixi Chen, Jean Tsien, Geralyn White Dreyfous, Roberto Grande, Naja Pham Lockwood, reviewed by Lucy Mangan, David Hughes, Mark Kermode, Dave Calhoun, Kevin Maher, Wendy Ide, Dan Bayer, Wilson Kwong, Simon Miraudo, Dulcie Pearce, Dan Schindel, directed by Hao Wu, Weixi Chen, written by Hao Wu, produced by Jean Tsien, Hao Wu, starring health care workers and patients, genre: documentary, box office performance: N/A, budget: N/A, MPAA rating: N/A, COVID-19 outbreak, coronavirus, primary evidence, history, hope, humour, inspiring, collective effort, disaster, mandatory viewing, man-made media exercise, pharmaceutical companies, economies, flatline
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend:
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Weixi Chen – Director
Hao Wu – Writer
Geralyn White Dreyfous – Executive Producer
Roberto Grande – Executive Producer
Naja Pham Lockwood – Executive Producer
Director(s)
Hao Wu, Weixi Chen
Writer(s)
Hao Wu
Producer(s)
Jean Tsien, Hao Wu
Film Festivals
Sundance, Toronto
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (100) | Top Critics (31) | Fresh (100)
There are no hugely dramatic moments in 76 Days. It is wholly unsentimental and, allowing for the fact the stream of events must be put into some kind of narrative form, unmanipulative.
February 19, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Lucy Mangan
Guardian
TOP CRITIC
Compelling and surprising, 76 Days is a seemingly apolitical yet oddly sanitised fly-on-the-wall documentary that puts you on the front lines of an eerily well-managed response to the coronavirus outbreak.
February 7, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
David Hughes
Empire Magazine
TOP CRITIC
The takeaway from this thing is…thank GOD for these people.
January 29, 2021
Mark Kermode
Kermode & Mayo’s Film Review
TOP CRITIC
This is primary evidence right from the source of history.
January 28, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Dave Calhoun
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
Timing is everything in current affairs culture, and this intimate documentary account of the first 76 days of the coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan early last year is an illustrative case.
January 26, 2021 | Rating: 3/5
Kevin Maher
Times (UK)
TOP CRITIC
Crucially, there’s also an element of hope and even humour in this affecting tribute to healthcare workers everywhere.
January 24, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Wendy Ide
Observer (UK)
TOP CRITIC
The definition of a not-to-be-missed film.
May 11, 2022 | Rating: 9/10
Dan Bayer
Next Best Picture
Whether this film serves as a reflection or projection for the current pandemic, it will surely speak to you in some way.
February 12, 2022
Wilson Kwong
easternKicks.com
The ordinary business of doctoring and caring in extraordinary circumstances. Really powerful and really interesting.
March 29, 2021 | Rating: 4.5/5
Simon Miraudo
Movie Squad (RTRFM 92.1)
Unforgettable, important and historically significant footage.
February 11, 2021 | Rating: 5/5
Dulcie Pearce
The Sun (UK)
From numerous small moments, it draws together an inspiring picture of collective effort to fight a disaster.
February 8, 2021
Dan Schindel
Hyperallergic
This should be mandatory viewing for those who still think the coronavirus is a man made media exercise, designed to make pharmaceutical companies rich while economies flatline.
February 6, 2021
Martin Carr
Flickering Myth…
Plot
76 Days is a documentary that follows healthcare workers and patients as they combat the COVID-19 outbreak during a lockdown in Wuhan, China.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
There is no goofy or funny or odd comment about the film or anyone in the cast on Fresh Kernels. The reviews and comments are all serious and respectful due to the sensitive subject matter of the documentary.
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92%
One Child Nation (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 85%
Awards & Nominations: Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
10 wins & 49 nominations total
As illuminating as it is accessible, One Child Nation probes a painful chapter in Chinese history with piercing clarity.
One Child Nation is a documentary that will leave you feeling like you just went through an emotional rollercoaster. It’s like watching a horror movie, but instead of a fictional monster, it’s the real-life atrocities committed by the Chinese government. The film does an excellent job of showing the devastating effects of the one-child policy on families and society as a whole. It’s a must-see for anyone interested in human rights and the consequences of government control. Just make sure you have some tissues nearby because you’ll need them.
Production Company(ies)
Warner Bros.,
Distributor
Amazon Studios
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Jiangxi Province, China
MPAA / Certificate
Rated R for some disturbing content/images, and brief language
Year of Release
2019
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Digital
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 116 : 9
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Runtime:1h 25m
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Language(s):English, Mandarin
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Aug 9, 2019 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 8, 2019
Genre(s)
Documentary
Keyword(s)
documentary, China, one-child policy, history, social experiment, filmmaker, Nanfu Wang, Jialing Zhang, Christopher Clements, Julie Goldman, Carolyn Hepburn, Christoph Jörg, R rating, Dolby Digital, Flat aspect ratio, Amazon Studios, box office, gross USA, $151.7K, critic reviews, Brad Newsome, David Fear, Peter Bradshaw, Steven D Greydanus, Adam Graham, Kimberley Jones, Diego Batlle, Richard Propes, Luke Gorham, Steven Allison, David Lamble, audience score, genre, English language, brief language, disturbing content, images, producer, director, reviewed by, produced by, directed by, starring
Worldwide gross: $271,841
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $314,100
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,844
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 34,253
US/Canada gross: $270,128
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $312,121
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,451
US/Canada opening weekend: $20,523
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $23,713
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,453
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Jialing Zhang – Director
Christopher Clements – Producer
Julie Goldman – Producer
Carolyn Hepburn – Producer
Christoph Jörg – Producer
Director(s)
Nanfu Wang, Jialing Zhang
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
Christopher Clements, Julie Goldman, Carolyn Hepburn, Christoph Jörg
Film Festivals
Sundance
Awards & Nominations
Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
10 wins & 49 nominations total
Academy Awards
All Critics (101) | Top Critics (27) | Fresh (99) | Rotten (2)
Grand atrocities pile atop private heartbreak as this powerful film unfolds.
December 18, 2019
Brad Newsome
Sydney Morning Herald
TOP CRITIC
What eventually emerges is a peerless portrait of collective trauma – a devastating look at how this law not only sociologically gutted a country but made everyone complicit in the crime.
December 18, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
David Fear
Rolling Stone
TOP CRITIC
[A] powerful documentary…
September 25, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
Peter Bradshaw
Guardian
TOP CRITIC
The filmmakers’ politics aside, ‘One Child Nation’ is overwhelmingly, and on multiple levels, a pro-life film.
August 30, 2019 | Rating: A
Steven D. Greydanus
National Catholic Register
TOP CRITIC
[A] houghtful and sobering dissection of the human toll of government rule.
August 28, 2019 | Rating: A-
Adam Graham
Detroit News
TOP CRITIC
The one-child era is still recent enough to exist in living memory, but that won’t always be the case; given authoritarian governments’ habit of rewriting history to their liking, One Child Nation feels like an essential document.
August 22, 2019 | Rating: 3.5/5
Kimberley Jones
Austin Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
Describes the scope, excesses, abuses and effects of the “one child policy” with force and sensitivity. [Full Review in Spanish]
October 27, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Diego Batlle
Otroscines.com
A difficult to see ‘must see’ documentary.
September 18, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/4.0
Richard Propes
TheIndependentCritic.com
This study in cultural misogyny – which was not born of, but rather found validation in, the one-child policy – represents the best of Wang’s instincts.
July 30, 2020
Luke Gorham
In Review Online
One Child Nation is a stark, affecting piece that’ll leave you boiling-over with fury and amazed at the power of persuasion.
June 8, 2020
Steven Allison
The Playlist
A sobering, heartbreaking view of how the Chinese Communist Party has attempted to deal with the country’s exploding population.
May 27, 2020
David Lamble
Bay Area Reporter
At a time when we’re all fighting in the foothills of similar mountains… One Child Nation is a difficult, yet essential watch.
March 17, 2020
Dan Scully
Cinema76…
Plot
First-time mother and filmmaker Nanfu Wang uncovers the untold history of China’s One-Child policy and the generations of parents and children forever shaped by this social experiment.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
NA
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92%
Mike Wallace Is Here (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 86%
Awards & Nominations: 1 win & 9 nominations
As solidly compelling as its subject’s best reporting, Mike Wallace Is Here is a worthy tribute and an engrossing look at the changing landscape of modern news.
If you’re looking for a documentary that’s both informative and entertaining, then Mike Wallace Is Here is the perfect pick. With a vast archive of interviews and footage, this film offers a fascinating profile of a man who changed the face of news reporting. And let’s be real, who doesn’t love watching people give an interview? Plus, there are some seriously juicy clips about freedom of the press that will leave you feeling informed and empowered. So grab some popcorn and settle in for a wild ride through the old, smoky, and very male world of American TV journalism.
Production Company(ies)
Miramax, Shooting Gallery
Distributor
Magnolia Pictures
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
Rated PG-13 for thematic material, some violent images, language and smoking.
Year of Release
2020
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 34m
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Language(s):English, Russian, Persian
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jul 26, 2019 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 27, 2019
Genre(s)
Documentary/Biography
Keyword(s)
Mike Wallace Is Here, documentary, biography, PG-13, directed by Avi Belkin, written by Avi Belkin, produced by Rafael Marmor, John Battsek, Peggy Drexler, Chris Leggett, Avi Belkin, starring Mike Wallace, reviewed by Simran Hans, Peter Bradshaw, Donald Clarke, Christy Lemire, Matthew Lickona, Simon Houpt, Paul Whitington, Alistair Harkness, John Bleasdale, David Lamble, Ryan Silberstein, Matt Cipolla, box office gross of $278.8K, archival footage, broadcast journalism, “60 Minutes”, newsman, influential figures, personal life, freedom of the press, smoking, language, thematic material, Magnolia Pictures
Worldwide gross: $281,245
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $320,947
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,837
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 35,000
US/Canada gross: $281,245
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $320,947
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,441
US/Canada opening weekend: $19,437
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $22,181
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,477
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Avi Belkin – Director
Angus Wall – Executive Producer
Rafael Marmor – Producer
John Battsek – Producer
Peggy Drexler – Producer
and all Cast & Crew
Director(s)
Avi Belkin
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
Rafael Marmor, John Battsek, Peggy Drexler, Chris Leggett, Avi Belkin
Film Festivals
Sundance
Awards & Nominations
1 win & 9 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (91) | Top Critics (29) | Fresh (86) | Rotten (5)
Worth seeing if you’re interested in journalists, watching people give an interview…there are some really juicy and interesting clips regarding freedom of the press…
June 16, 2020
Simran Hans
Kermode & Mayo’s Film Review
TOP CRITIC
This film does not offer any actual conclusions, but it is an atmospheric immersion in the old, smoky and very male world of American TV journalism.
May 29, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Peter Bradshaw
Guardian
TOP CRITIC
A little more air might have been welcome, but this remains a hugely entertaining film for anyone interested in the American way of communicating.
May 29, 2020 | Rating: 4/5
Donald Clarke
Irish Times
TOP CRITIC
Terrific and informative.
October 2, 2019
Christy Lemire
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
TOP CRITIC
A solid piece of cultural investigation built around a man who helped write history while it happened.
August 10, 2019 | Rating: 2/5
Matthew Lickona
San Diego Reader
TOP CRITIC
Belkin floats the notion that Wallace’s sharp-tongued style paved the way for the lying loudmouths who now populate our fractured media landscape, but it feels like a half-hearted bid for contemporary relevance. At least his prickishness had purpose.
August 7, 2019 | Rating: 2/4
Simon Houpt
Globe and Mail
TOP CRITIC
Avi Belkin’s documentary tells its story entirely through archive footage, which proves both compelling and limiting.
June 7, 2020 | Rating: 4/5
Paul Whitington
Irish Independent
It’s pure cinema: dramatic, ambiguous, devastating – and one more reason this particular film doesn’t need to reference a fictionalised version of its own star’s role in history.
May 29, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Alistair Harkness
Scotsman
Avi Belkin’s Mike Wallace Is Here harvests a vast archive of interviews and b-roll footage to create a fascinating profile of a combative, conflicted figure, who nevertheless substantially changed the face of how news was reported.
May 28, 2020 | Rating: 4/5
John Bleasdale
CineVue
While the film fails to address its subject’s reporting on LGBTQ issues, the piece does cover a huge swath of the life and work of a man who lived to be 93, and didn’t retire until age 88.
May 28, 2020
David Lamble
Bay Area Reporter
At its most successful, the film draws a line from his childhood insecurities, to the bouts of crippling depression Wallace experienced at the height of his success.
January 21, 2020
Ryan Silberstein
Cinema76
When Belkin continues on the straight-and-narrow, he creates a stolid stream of consciousness. When he gets sidetracked, the movie begins to feel like a rough edit.
January 17, 2020
Matt Cipolla
The Spool…
Plot
Mike Wallace Is Here is a documentary that explores the career and personal life of the legendary newsman, relying exclusively on archival footage.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
NA
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92%
Blinded by the Light (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 91%
Awards & Nominations: 2 wins & 8 nominations
Like a life-affirming rock anthem, Blinded by the Light hits familiar chords with confidence and flair, building to a conclusion that leaves audiences cheering for an encore.
Blinded by the Light is like a warm hug from Bruce Springsteen himself. Sure, some of the musical numbers may be a bit cheesy, but who cares when you’re swept up in the infectious joy of Javed’s journey? This film is a feel-good hit that will have you singing along and tapping your toes, even if you’re not a die-hard Springsteen fan. Plus, it’s a refreshing break from all the doom and gloom in the world. So go ahead, let yourself be blinded by the light of this charming and uplifting movie.
Production Company(ies)
Channel 4 News Channel 4 Frontline
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Wide)
Filming Location(s)
The Mall Luton, Mall Management, 37 The Mall, Bedfordshire, Luton LU1 2LJ, United Kingdom
MPAA / Certificate
Rated PG-13 for thematic material and language including some ethnic slurs.
Year of Release
2019
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Atmos
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Aspect ratio:2.39 : 1
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Runtime:1h 54m
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Language(s):English, Urdu
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Country of origin:United Kingdom
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Aug 16, 2019 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 27, 2019
Genre(s)
Music
Keyword(s)
Worldwide gross: $18,096,691
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $20,909,904
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,699
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 2,280,251
US/Canada gross: $11,901,145
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $13,751,232
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,516
US/Canada opening weekend: $4,333,305
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $5,006,937
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,104
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $15,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $17,331,818
Production budget ranking: 1,443
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $9,333,184
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): -$5,755,098
ROI to date (est.): -22%
ROI ranking: 1,506
Viveik Kalra – Javed
Hayley Atwell – Ms. Clay
Rob Brydon – Matt’s Dad
Kulvinder Ghir – Malik (Father)
Nell Williams – Eliza
Aaron Phagura – Roops
Show all Cast & Crew
Director(s)
Gurinder Chadha
Writer(s)
Sarfraz Manzoor, Gurinder Chadha, Paul Mayeda Berges
Producer(s)
Gurinder Chadha, Jane Barclay, Jamal Daniel
Film Festivals
Sundance
Awards & Nominations
2 wins & 8 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (260) | Top Critics (60) | Fresh (230) | Rotten (30)
Most of the film’s emotional weight is undermined by cheesy sing-alongs with the lyrics visualized in such a garish way that the supposed thematic significance bashes the audience in the head.
February 15, 2020
Cody Corrall
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
The film feels authentic in its depiction both of Javed’s family but also the changes that took place after what seems to have been akin to a religious conversion.
October 25, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
David Stratton
The Australian
TOP CRITIC
The deliberately amateurish style of the musical numbers is supposed to engender spontaneity but too often looks merely cack-handed. Nonetheless, you come out on a high. Springsteen fever proves to be contagious.
October 24, 2019 | Rating: 3.5/5
Sandra Hall
Sydney Morning Herald
TOP CRITIC
While it’s far from perfect, on balance, it’s an inoffensive, feel-good and inspirational British dramedy with some charming performances and an emotionally affecting story about an immigrant teenager and how he finds salvation in Springsteen’s music.
October 22, 2019 | Rating: 3/5
Wenlei Ma
News.com.au
TOP CRITIC
Much of the film plays out in a predictable, if charming, way.
August 26, 2019 | Rating: 2.5/4
Max Weiss
Baltimore Magazine
TOP CRITIC
Despite its predictability, it conveys what it’s like to be enraptured by a rock idol.
August 23, 2019 | Rating: B
Peter Rainer
Christian Science Monitor
TOP CRITIC
A derivative and uninspired adaptation of Sarfraz Manzoor’s memoir, which sands off any of the edges of the material in favour of mainstream accessibility. The film’s inability to commit to its status as a musical is frustrating
August 3, 2021
Joe Lipsett
Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast
All considered, Blinded By The Light might just be the most refreshing effort to arrive in cinemas this summer.
June 22, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Nick Reilly
NME
Blinded by the Light tackles some difficult topics while showing the joy that music can bring. Springsteen may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but the movie does a great job of demonstrating the impact his music can have on those willing to listen.
February 18, 2021
Alex Bentley
CultureMap
I’m acutely susceptible to emotional manipulation in stories like this…
February 8, 2021
Fletcher Powell
KMUW – Wichita Public Radio
Who doesn’t love singing along with “The Boss”? This film is so good-hearted that it’s hard to fault it.
February 3, 2021
Bianca Garner
In Their Own League
A crowd-pleasing confection, sentimental and predictable, but bound together with the giddy feeling of first hearing music that speaks to you.
January 31, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Richard Crouse
Richard Crouse…
Plot
In 1987 Britain, Javed Khan is a British-Pakistani college arts student in Luton in a family with a domineering father. Depressed by his oppressive family life and feeling he has no future in a hostile community, a newfound friend introduces Javed to the music of Bruce Springsteen. Touched by the rock star’s powerfully eloquent affinity of his own feelings, Javed is inspired to reach out for his own dreams with his own talents. However, although Javed finds friends he never expected in this personal quest, he also finds himself butting heads with his newly unemployed father who stubbornly refuses to understand his son’s new aspirations. In this conflict of values in a troubled time, Javed must decide what is truly important to him while his family struggles to understand what has changed and what remains with a new generation feeling born to run.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
NA
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92%
Woman at War (Kona fer í stríð) (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 86%
Awards & Nominations: 29 wins & 22 nominations
Treating its timely themes with a deceptively light touch, Woman at War is easy to enjoy in the moment, yet its impact lingers long after the closing credits roll.
Woman at War is a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and want to save the planet all at the same time. With a unique take on environmental activism, this film is a refreshing change from the usual political discourse. Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir’s performance as the tough yet vulnerable environmental warrior is a standout, and the film’s quirky, satirical approach to the ecomelodrama genre is thoroughly entertaining. While not all of it works, what does, works wonders. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy this subversive romp that puts a DIY twist on Mission: Impossible riffs and challenges viewers to contemplate the disharmonic contradictions between the call to environmental activism and the pursuit of inner peace.
Production Company(ies)
Paramount Pictures,
Distributor
Magnolia Pictures
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
Ukraine
MPAA / Certificate
Not Rated
Year of Release
2018
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:2.35 : 1
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Runtime:1h 41m
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Language(s):Icelandic, English, Ukrainian, Chinese, Spanish
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Country of origin:France, Iceland, Ukraine
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Mar 1, 2019 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 4, 2019
Genre(s)
Comedy/Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir, Jóhann Sigurðarson, Juan Camillo Roman Estrada, Jörundur Ragnarsson, Vala Kristin Eiriksdottir, Margaryta Hilska, directed by Benedikt Erlingsson, written by Benedikt Erlingsson, Ólafur Egilsson, comedy, drama, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Nell Minow, Andrea Gronvall, Linda Marric, Mark Kermode, Tara Brady, Nikki Baughan, Jennifer Merin, MaryAnn Johanson, Leigh Paatsch, Dennis Harvey, Tom Beasley, Matt Cipolla, produced by Benedikt Erlingsson, Carine Leblanc, Marianne Slot, MPAA rating, environmental activism, aluminum industry, Iceland, adoption, timely themes, gentle humor, work-life balance, original language, Icelandic, Magnolia Pictures, Scope (2.35:1)
Worldwide gross: $4,566,406
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $5,373,627
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,152
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 586,001
US/Canada gross: $847,495
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $997,310
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,191
US/Canada opening weekend: $18,370
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $21,617
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,491
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): 2500000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $2,941,934
Production budget ranking: 1,981
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $1,584,232
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $847,461
ROI to date (est.): 19%
ROI ranking: 1,297
Jóhann Sigurðarson – Sveinbjörn
Juan Camillo Roman Estrada – Juan Camillo
Jörundur Ragnarsson – Baldvin
Vala Kristin Eiriksdottir – Stefania
Margaryta Hilska – Nika
Director(s)
Benedikt Erlingsson
Writer(s)
Benedikt Erlingsson, Ólafur Egilsson
Producer(s)
Benedikt Erlingsson, Carine Leblanc, Marianne Slot
Film Festivals
Cannes, Venice, Toronto
Awards & Nominations
29 wins & 22 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (120) | Top Critics (34) | Fresh (116) | Rotten (4)
It is especially welcome, as political discourse seems irretrievably partisan to see this refreshing take on environmental activism, told with gentle humor and a nuanced take on work-life balance.
October 26, 2021
Nell Minow
AWFJ Women on Film
TOP CRITIC
Strikingly original and immensely entertaining.
March 11, 2020
Andrea Gronvall
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
Full of heart and soul, Woman. at War is a triumphant and exciting film, and unlike anything you’ve seen before.
May 11, 2019 | Rating: 5/5
Linda Marric
HeyUGuys
TOP CRITIC
A subversive romp that splendidly overturns action-movie cliches, putting a DIY twist on Mission: Impossible riffs, presenting its life-or-death struggles in thrillingly offbeat fashion.
May 5, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
Mark Kermode
Observer (UK)
TOP CRITIC
A huge showcase for Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir, who brings grit, determination, and quiet charisma to every scene. An engaging curiosity and an absolute joy.
May 3, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
Tara Brady
Irish Times
TOP CRITIC
There can be no doubt that Halla is one of the year’s strongest, most inspirational heroes.
May 3, 2019
Nikki Baughan
Sight & Sound
TOP CRITIC
Woman at War is a quirky, satirical and complicated ecomelodrama that thoroughly entertains while challenging viewers to contemplate the disharmonic contradictions between the call to environemental activism and the pursuit of inner peace.
October 26, 2021
Jennifer Merin
AWFJ Women on Film
Geirharðsdóttir is simultaneously tough and vulnerable as a smart, methodical environmental warrior…
October 26, 2021
MaryAnn Johanson
AWFJ Women on Film
Not all of it works, but what does, works wonders.
November 17, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Leigh Paatsch
Herald Sun (Australia)
…scenically striking, and in the end a good combination of adventure, intrigue, and timely political messaging.
October 28, 2020
Dennis Harvey
48 Hills
This is a rather cold and detached film, unfolding at a very deliberate pace and somewhat lacking a typical forward momentum.
August 15, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Tom Beasley
VultureHound
It all adds up to make for a flawed package but an amiable one, and the overall success goes to show that satire need not be scathing.
July 25, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/5
Matt Cipolla
Film Monthly…
Plot
Halla is a fifty-year-old independent woman. But behind the scenes of a quiet routine, she leads a double life as a passionate environmental activist. Known to others only by her alias “The Woman of the Mountain,” Halla secretly wages a one-woman-war on the local aluminum industry. As Halla’s actions grow bolder, from petty vandalism to outright industrial sabotage, she succeeds in pausing the negotiations between the Icelandic government and the corporation building a new aluminum smelter in the mountains. But right as she begins planning her biggest and boldest operation yet, she receives an unexpected letter that changes everything. Her application to adopt a child has finally been accepted and there is a little girl waiting for her in Ukraine. As Halla prepares to abandon her role as saboteur and savior of the Highlands to fulfill her dream of becoming a mother, she decides to plot one final attack to deal the aluminum industry a crippling blow.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir brings “grit, determination, and quiet charisma to every scene” in Woman at War, according to critic Tara Brady.
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Varda by Agnès (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 86%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Varda by Agnès is a cinematic masterpiece that provides a glimpse into the mind of a true visionary. Agnès Varda’s final film is a self-portrait, a film history lesson, and a moving scrapbook that doubles as a memento mori. It’s a fitting send-off for the director, as it showcases her signature technique of tingeing playful exuberance with sadness. The film is a tutorial on how to understand Varda’s art and how to live creatively. It’s a perfect button to a legendary life in art and a launchpad for viewers who want to explore her groundbreaking contributions to cinema. Varda by Agnès is a must-see for cinephiles and aspiring filmmakers alike.
Varda by Agnès” is like having a cup of coffee with your cool, artsy grandma who just happens to be a legendary filmmaker. It’s a beautiful and intimate look into the mind of a creative genius, and you can’t help but feel inspired by her passion and curiosity. Even if you’re not familiar with her work, this film will make you want to dive into her filmography and discover all the groundbreaking contributions she made to cinema. Plus, seeing her in photos and on-set footage over the years is just plain cool. It’s a bittersweet goodbye to a true icon, but her legacy will live on forever.
Production Company(ies)
Columbia Pictures, Pascal Pictures, Marvel Studios,
Distributor
Janus Films
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
Not Rated
Year of Release
2019
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Stereo
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Aspect ratio:16:9 HD
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Runtime:1h 56m
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Language(s):
-
Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Nov 22, 2019 Limited
Genre(s)
Documentary/Biography
Keyword(s)
documentary, biography, French, Agnès Varda, Didier Rouget, directed by Agnès Varda, directed by Didier Rouget, written by Agnès Varda, written by Didier Rouget, starring Agnès Varda, genre, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Adam Graham, reviewed by David Fear, reviewed by Peter Rainer, reviewed by Robert Abele, reviewed by Alonso Duralde, reviewed by Ty Burr, reviewed by Susannah Gruder, reviewed by Yasmin Omar, reviewed by Savina Petkova, reviewed by Shea Vassar, reviewed by Jim Ross, produced by Janus Films, MPAA rating, film editor, cast and crew, Neptune Frost, 18 1/2, H.P Lovecraft’s Witch House, 11th Hour Cleaning, Sh*t Saves the World, Stay Prayed Up, Final Caller, Girl in the Picture, Hello, Goodbye, Everything in Between, Confessions from the Hart, The Prey: Legend of Karnoctus, The Sea Beast, Moon, 66 Questions, Dreaming Walls: Inside the Chelsea Hotel, The Road to Galena, Incantation, Dangerous Liaisons, Jewel, Warriors on the Field, Fair Play
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
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US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
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US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Agnès Varda – Director
Agnès Varda – Writer
Didier Rouget – Director
Didier Rouget – Writer
Agnès Varda – Film Editor
Director(s)
Agnès Varda, Didier Rouget
Writer(s)
Agnès Varda, Didier Rouget
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (89) | Top Critics (30) | Fresh (87) | Rotten (2)
“Varda by Agnès” provides an essential look inside the creative mind. It’s not often that filmmakers reveal themselves so openly while looking back over their careers, and it’s a treat when they do.
January 20, 2020 | Rating: B+
Adam Graham
Detroit News
TOP CRITIC
It’s a self-portrait, a film history lesson, a remembrance of things past, a perfect coda to her career, a moving scrapbook and a masterclass that now doubles as a memento mori.
December 11, 2019 | Rating: 4.5/5
David Fear
Rolling Stone
TOP CRITIC
This is a wonderful movie — one of my favorites of the year… Even if you haven’t seen any of her movies, it’s like meeting an old friend.
December 7, 2019
Peter Rainer
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
TOP CRITIC
“Varda by Agnès” may be a summing up from one end of a long, beautiful life in art. But it has the lightness, curiosity and spirit of a first film, and that tells us who Varda the artist was too: ever inspired, ever creating, ever eager to share.
December 6, 2019
Robert Abele
Los Angeles Times
TOP CRITIC
This final film acts as a perfect button to a legendary life in art, and it’s also a launchpad to viewers who want to go back and explore her groundbreaking contributions to the cinema.
December 5, 2019
Alonso Duralde
TheWrap
TOP CRITIC
One of the treats of “Varda by Agnès” is seeing the director in photos and on-set footage over the years, forever self-possessed, always questing.
December 4, 2019 | Rating: 3/4
Ty Burr
Boston Globe
TOP CRITIC
Varda by Agns serves as uniquely satisfying tutorial, not just on how to understand her art, but on how to live creatively.
February 28, 2022 | Rating: A
Susannah Gruder
Reverse Shot
Varda by Agnès is a fitting send-off for the director, since it follows her signature technique of tingeing playful exuberance with sadness.
June 25, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Yasmin Omar
Town & Country (UK)
Rather than reiterating the past, the films and talks revisited afresh [in Varda by Agnès] now whisper the word ‘eternity.’
January 29, 2021 | Rating: 5/5
Savina Petkova
Photogénie
It is a final memo to us – a bittersweet note that is full of playful nostalgia, tender emotions, and wise advice for aspiring filmmakers and cinephiles.
July 29, 2020 | Rating: 4/5
Shea Vassar
Film Daze
It has interesting moments, but long stretches play like a TED talk Varda did which covers much of the same ground. While she is a wonderful filmmaker – which bits of this film get across – I think you’d be better watching one of Varda’s many other films.
May 22, 2020
Jim Ross
Cinetopia
Varda by Agnes doesn’t just make you wish that it was longer, but that it was possible to see every single image Agnes Varda ever put to film.
January 21, 2020
Gena Radcliffe
The Spool…
Plot
Varda by Agnès is a documentary/biography film that provides an intimate look into the life and career of filmmaker Agnès Varda, as she reflects on her own terms.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
“Varda by Agnès” features Agnès Varda herself as the director, writer, and film editor.
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The Irishman (2019)
92%RT Audience Score: 86%
Awards & Nominations: Nominated for 10 Oscars
73 wins & 357 nominations total
An epic gangster drama that earns its extended runtime, The Irishman finds Martin Scorsese revisiting familiar themes to poignant, funny, and profound effect.
The Irishman is like a big, juicy steak that you savor every bite of, even though you know it’s going to take a while to finish. It’s a slow burn, but it’s worth it for the incredible performances and the masterful storytelling. Plus, who doesn’t love seeing Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci back in action? It’s a must-watch for any fan of gangster movies, or just great cinema in general. Just make sure you have plenty of snacks and a comfy seat, because you’re in for a ride.
Production Company(ies)
Mediopolis Film-und Fernsehproduktion Skyline Productions, Westdeutscher Rundfunk
Distributor
Netflix
Release Type
Streaming, Streaming (Netflix), Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
New York City, New York, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Rated R for pervasive language and strong violence.
Year of Release
2019
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Atmos
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:3h 29m
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Language(s):English, Italian, Latin, Spanish, German
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Nov 1, 2019 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 27, 2019
Genre(s)
Crime/Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci, Anna Paquin, Harvey Keitel, Stephen Graham, directed by Martin Scorsese, written by Steven Zaillian, crime, drama, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Scott Marks, Wenlei Ma, Namrata Joshi, David Stratton, Chris Hewitt, James Berardinelli, Brian Eggert, David Gonzalez, Taylor Baker, Christopher Bourne, Lonita Cook, MPAA rating R, truck driver, gangster, hit man, Teamster, organized crime, Pennsylvania crime family, Russell Bufalino, Jimmy Hoffa, Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Gastón Pavlovich, Randall Emmett, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Gerald Chamales, Irwin Winkler, Troy Allen, Netflix, Dolby Atmos
Worldwide gross: $968,853
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $1,119,466
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,577
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 122,079
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend:
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Al Pacino – Jimmy Hoffa
Joe Pesci – Russell Bufalino
Anna Paquin – Peggy Sheeran
Harvey Keitel – Angelo Bruno
Stephen Graham – Anthony Provenzano
Director – Martin Scorsese
Producer – Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Gastón Pavlovich, Randall Emmett, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Gerald Chamales, Irwin Winkler, Troy Allen
Writer – Steven Zaillian
Director(s)
Martin Scorsese
Writer(s)
Steven Zaillian
Producer(s)
Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Gastón Pavlovich, Randall Emmett, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Gerald Chamales, Irwin Winkler, Troy Allen
Film Festivals
Tribeca
Awards & Nominations
Nominated for 10 Oscars
73 wins & 357 nominations total
Academy Awards
Oscar Nominees
All Critics (458) | Top Critics (87) | Fresh (436) | Rotten (22)
It didn’t take a genius to see that television was finally poised to win the war against movies. I just didn’t expect my teacher to be leading the charge against theatrical exhibition.
January 29, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Scott Marks
San Diego Reader
TOP CRITIC
The Irishman is a much more deliberate and weighty gangster film – by comparison, Goodfellas is a riot. But it’s a vibe that works in its gravitas.
December 23, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
Wenlei Ma
News.com.au
TOP CRITIC
The affecting, ruminative finale and the melancholic last scene leaves a metaphorical door ajar in our hearts, a deep hollow that’s hard to fill…
December 12, 2019
Namrata Joshi
The Hindu
TOP CRITIC
Despite its length, The Irishman is riveting. It confirms Scorsese as one of the great American filmmakers.
December 12, 2019 | Rating: 5/5
David Stratton
The Australian
TOP CRITIC
There are 209 minutes in “The Irishman” and not one of them is wasted.
November 21, 2019
Chris Hewitt
Minneapolis Star Tribune
TOP CRITIC
Whether seen on the big screen or a small one, The Irishman is among 2019’s best motion pictures and should receive its share of Oscar attention in 2020.
November 18, 2019 | Rating: 3.5/4
James Berardinelli
ReelViews
TOP CRITIC
The best comparison one could make to The Irishman is David Lean’s similarly epic-sized Lawrence of Arabia (1962), a biography that examines its subject for four hours before conceding to its unknowability.
February 23, 2022 | Rating: 4/4
Brian Eggert
Deep Focus Review
The Irishman gives its audience so many emotions and is poignant, funny, violent, and beautiful. It is a modern-day mobster masterpiece from a master of his craft.
February 18, 2022 | Rating: 4/4
David Gonzalez
Reel Talk Inc.
A towering achievement in storytelling not just cinema.
January 14, 2022 | Rating: 90/100
Taylor Baker
Drink in the Movies
Irishman represents, with its somber and mournful mood, what may be Scorsese’s farewell to the sort of gangster tales that largely made his reputation.
September 18, 2021
Christopher Bourne
ScreenAnarchy
A wonderful three and a half hours… a very human story.
September 16, 2021
Lonita Cook
KCTV5 News at 9
The Irishman is grand and ambitious, asking unanswerable questions about legacy, sorrow, and death.
August 16, 2021 | Rating: 5/5
Laura Potier
Outtake Mag…
Plot
Frank “The Irishman” Sheeran is a man with a lot on his mind. The former labor union high official and hitman, learned to kill serving in Italy during the Second World War. He now looks back on his life and the hits that defined his mob career, maintaining connections with the Bufalino crime family. In particular, the part he claims to have played in the disappearance of his life-long friend, Jimmy Hoffa, the former president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, who mysteriously vanished in late July 1975 at the age of 62.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The Irishman stars Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci, who are all known for their iconic roles in gangster films.
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Science Fair (2018)
92%RT Audience Score: 85%
Awards & Nominations: 15 wins & 9 nominations
Science Fair offers further proof that real-life academic competition can make for effortlessly entertaining – and ultimately uplifting – cinema.
Science Fair is like a superhero movie, but instead of capes and superpowers, it’s all about science and brainpower. The documentary follows a group of brilliant teenagers from around the world as they compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair. It’s inspiring to see these young minds come up with innovative solutions to real-world problems, and the film does a great job of showcasing their hard work and dedication. Plus, it’s refreshing to see a documentary about science that’s not boring or stuffy. Overall, Science Fair is a must-watch for anyone who loves science, or just wants to feel inspired by the next generation of innovators.
Production Company(ies)
Altavista Films, Zeta Film
Distributor
National Geographic Documentary Films
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
Los Angeles, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Rated PG for some thematic elements and brief language
Year of Release
2018
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 30m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Sep 14, 2018 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 20, 2018
Genre(s)
Documentary
Keyword(s)
documentary, science fair, academic competition, high school students, international, Best in Fair, PG, English, Cristina Costantini, Darren Foster, Jeff Plunkett, reviewed by Barry Hertz, Wendy Ide, Kevin Maher, Nigel Andrews, Adam Graham, Leah Pickett, Steven Prokopy, Jim Ross, Mike Sorrentino, Melissa Hannon, Karl Delossantos, Pat Mullen, produced by Cristina Costantini, Darren Foster, Jeff Plunkett, directed by Cristina Costantini, Darren Foster, written by Jeff Plunkett, Darren Foster, Cristina Costantini, starring Jack Andraka, Anjali Chadha, Ryan Folz, Harsha Paladugu, Abraham Riedel-Mishaan, Kashfia Rahman, box office gross $272.0K, National Geographic Documentary Films
Worldwide gross: $277,338
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $326,364
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,830
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 35,590
US/Canada gross: $276,195
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $325,019
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,433
US/Canada opening weekend: $11,231
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $13,216
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,640
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Anjali Chadha – Self
Ryan Folz – Self
Harsha Paladugu – Self
Abraham Riedel-Mishaan – Self
Kashfia Rahman – Self
Director(s)
Cristina Costantini, Darren Foster
Writer(s)
Jeff Plunkett, Darren Foster, Cristina Costantini
Producer(s)
Cristina Costantini, Darren Foster, Jeff Plunkett
Film Festivals
Sundance, South by Southwest
Awards & Nominations
15 wins & 9 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (76) | Top Critics (20) | Fresh (74) | Rotten (2)
Science Fair may not necessitate a big-screen experience, but there are far lesser ways to spend your study break.
November 2, 2018
Barry Hertz
Globe and Mail
TOP CRITIC
A crowd-pleasing, if slightly formulaic, documentary…
October 21, 2018 | Rating: 3/5
Wendy Ide
Observer (UK)
TOP CRITIC
Our heroes develop complex science projects. They cruise to the finals. Excellence is celebrated. Yet the film, though perfectly competent, never quite matches the sheer inventiveness of its young Einsteins.
October 19, 2018 | Rating: 3/5
Kevin Maher
Times (UK)
TOP CRITIC
I loved it.
October 17, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Nigel Andrews
Financial Times
TOP CRITIC
“Science Fair” is a celebration of intellect and kids who want to improve the world. Turns out science is pretty cool, after all.
October 5, 2018 | Rating: A
Adam Graham
Detroit News
TOP CRITIC
The milieu is intense, the stakes are high, and the science prodigies themselves are fascinating.
October 4, 2018
Leah Pickett
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
The superb documentary Science Fair reminds us that each new generation of would-be scientists should be recognized and celebrated in the same way and with the same frequency as student athletes.
June 23, 2020
Steven Prokopy
Third Coast Review
These young students deserve a moment in the spotlight now, and Costantini and Foster do much to illuminate a wider message that should be heeded.
February 13, 2020
Jim Ross
TAKE ONE Magazine
Also, fascinatingly, none of the people showcased exhibit the stereotypical, awkward “nerdiness” you might expect from a giant academic event like this.
October 31, 2019
Mike Sorrentino
CNET
‘Science Fair’ is an outstanding documentary featuring brilliantly entertaining teenagers from around the world.
August 15, 2019 | Rating: 4.5
Melissa Hannon
Horror Geek Life
It’s one of the best documentaries of the year.
August 2, 2019 | Rating: 3.5/5
Karl Delossantos
Smash Cut Reviews
Science Fair is cute, fun, and inspiring, but let’s not kid ourselves: we’ve seen this documentary a million times before.
May 24, 2019
Pat Mullen
POV Magazine…
Plot
Nine high school students from disparate corners of the globe navigate rivalries, setbacks, and hormones on their quest to win the international science fair. Only one can be named “Best in Fair.”
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Also, fascinatingly, none of the people showcased exhibit the stereotypical, awkward ‘nerdiness’ you might expect from a giant academic event like this.
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Love, Simon (2018)
92%RT Audience Score: 88%
Awards & Nominations: 8 wins & 28 nominations
Love, Simon hits its coming-of-age beats more deftly than many entries in this well-traveled genre — and represents an overdue, if not entirely successful, milestone of inclusion.
Love, Simon is the perfect movie for anyone who wants to feel all warm and fuzzy inside. It’s a rom-com that’s not just adorable, but also groundbreaking in its representation of LGBTQ+ characters. And let’s be real, who doesn’t love a good high school movie? It’s got all the classic tropes, but with a fresh and modern twist. Plus, it’s impossible not to root for Simon and his journey towards self-acceptance and love. So grab some popcorn, get cozy, and prepare to smile from ear to ear.
Production Company(ies)
Almega Projects O2 Filmes,
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Wide)
Filming Location(s)
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, sexual references, language and teen partying
Year of Release
2018
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:2.39 : 1
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Runtime:1h 50m
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Language(s):English, German, French
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Mar 16, 2018 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 25, 2018
Genre(s)
Drama/Lgbtq+
Keyword(s)
starring Nick Robinson, Josh Duhamel, Jennifer Garner, Tony Hale, Katherine Langford, Alexandra Shipp, directed by Greg Berlanti, written by Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker, Drama, Lgbtq+, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Li Sian Goh, Andrea Gronvall, Tara Brady, Tim Robey, Wendy Ide, Terri White, Ben Turner, Kip Mooney, Rachel Wagner, Nicolás Delgadillo, Nicole Ackman, PG-13, Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, Pouya Shahbazian, Isaac Klausner, 20th Century Fox, Scope (2.35:1), Nick Robinson as Simon Spier, Josh Duhamel as Jack Spier, Jennifer Garner as Emily Spier, Tony Hale as Mr Worth, Katherine Langford as Leah Burke, Alexandra Shipp as Abby Suso
Worldwide gross: $66,316,289
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $78,039,269
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,140
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 8,510,280
US/Canada gross: $40,826,341
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $48,043,367
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,089
US/Canada opening weekend: $11,756,244
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $13,834,439
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 835
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $17,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $20,005,154
Production budget ranking: 1,363
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $10,772,775
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $47,261,339
ROI to date (est.): 154%
ROI ranking: 758
Josh Duhamel – Jack Spier
Jennifer Garner – Emily Spier
Tony Hale – Mr. Worth
Katherine Langford – Leah Burke
Alexandra Shipp – Abby Suso
Director(s)
Greg Berlanti
Writer(s)
Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker
Producer(s)
Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, Pouya Shahbazian, Isaac Klausner
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
8 wins & 28 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (239) | Top Critics (62) | Fresh (219) | Rotten (20)
Love, Simon works because it feels like a love letter to a specific queer internet borne of staying up late, sweaty and paranoid, on the family computer.
March 5, 2021
Li Sian Goh
Bitch Media
TOP CRITIC
This beguiling romantic comedy offers a fresh take on the familiar premise of a high-schooler trying to fit in.
March 5, 2020
Andrea Gronvall
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
The film is a landmark in LGBTQ representation, but succeeds on its own merits.
April 13, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Tara Brady
Irish Times
TOP CRITIC
Sweet and moving as it often manages to be, the film is comfortingly average, in its way – the point of it not to stand out, but fit in.
April 12, 2018 | Rating: 3/5
Tim Robey
Daily Telegraph (UK)
TOP CRITIC
It’s highly unlikely you’ll read a review of this film that doesn’t contain the word “adorable”. It’s equally unlikely that you’ll be able to watch it without grinning from ear to ear.
April 8, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Wendy Ide
Observer (UK)
TOP CRITIC
The high school teen romcom is reborn for 2018. Funny, sentimental and smart: John Hughes would be proud.
April 7, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Terri White
Empire Magazine
TOP CRITIC
A timeless teen comedy that could not be more inclusive, diverse or air-punchingly, smile-inducing saccharine feel-good mulch with heart. And a giant beating heart at that.
September 2, 2021 | Rating: 5/5
Ben Turner
The Pink Lens
Strolls in confidently like it’s been here before, telling a story that’s been told plenty of times before, just not like this, and rarely this well.
August 24, 2021 | Rating: B+
Kip Mooney
College Movie Review
I hate Martin so much but everything else is really good
July 5, 2021
Rachel Wagner
Rachel’s Reviews (YouTube)
This movie’s biggest strength is its heart and emotional moments, both of which are extremely genuine and impactful.
June 24, 2021 | Rating: 4 / 5
Nicolás Delgadillo
Discussing Film
This LGBTQ-themed teen movie isn’t just important; it’s also very entertaining.
May 11, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Nick Levine
NME
Love, Simon is not only an adorable high school rom-com but also made history as the first major Hollywood studio film about a gay teenage romance.
February 2, 2021 | Rating: 4.5/5
Nicole Ackman
In Their Own League…
Plot
A young coming-of-age tale about a teenage boy, Simon Spier, goes through a different kind of Romeo and Juliet story. Simon has a love connection with a boy, Blue, by email, but the only problem is that Simon has no idea who he’s talking to. Simon must discover who that boy is
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Nick Robinson, who plays the lead character Simon, received praise for his performance in Love, Simon.
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Summer 1993 (Estiu 1993) (2018)
92%RT Audience Score: 83%
Awards & Nominations: 36 wins & 57 nominations
Summer 1993 (Estiu 1993) finds writer-director Carla Simón drawing on personal memories to create a thoughtful drama elevated by outstanding work from its young leads.
Summer 1993 is a heartwarming and emotional film that will make you feel like a kid again. Director Carla Simon captures the essence of childhood and the struggles of growing up in a way that is both delicate and powerful. The performances from the young cast are truly extraordinary, especially Laia Artigas who captures your heart as Frida. This is a coming-of-age tale that will leave you feeling moved and inspired. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and get ready to feel all the feels.
Production Company(ies)
Horizon Pictures,
Distributor
Oscilloscope Laboratories
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
Olot, Girona, Catalonia, Spain
MPAA / Certificate
Year of Release
2018
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Atmos
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 38m
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Language(s):Catalan
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Country of origin:Germany, Ireland, Spain
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): May 25, 2018 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 7, 2018
Genre(s)
Drama
Keyword(s)
Summer 1993, Carla Simón, drama, Catalan, Laia Artigas, Paula Robles, Bruna Cusí, David Verdaguer, Fermi Reixach, Montse Sanz, Valérie Delpierre, written by Carla Simón, directed by Carla Simón, produced by Valérie Delpierre, box office gross, budget, reviewed by Nell Minow, Leah Pickett, David Stratton, Sandra Hall, Donald Clarke, Wendy Ide, Sandie Angulo Chen, Jennifer Merin, MaryAnn Johanson, Betsy Bozdech, Andrew Murray, Agustín Acevedo Kanopa, MPAA rating, grief, loss, family, childhood, adaptation, personal memories, outstanding work, young leads, emotional response, child’s perspective, naturalism, child’s-eye view, coming-of-age, performances, direction, cinematography, sound design, Dolby Atmos, Oscilloscope Laboratories
Worldwide gross: $1,983,149
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $2,333,718
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,371
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 254,495
US/Canada gross: $185,903
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $218,766
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,531
US/Canada opening weekend: $21,307
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $25,074
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,435
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): 960000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $1,129,703
Production budget ranking: 2,083
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $608,345
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $595,670
ROI to date (est.): 34%
ROI ranking: 1,224
Paula Robles – Anna
Bruna Cusí – Marga
David Verdaguer – Esteve
Fermi Reixach – Avi
Montse Sanz – Lola
Director(s)
Carla Simón
Writer(s)
Carla Simón
Producer(s)
Valérie Delpierre
Film Festivals
Berlin
Awards & Nominations
36 wins & 57 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (97) | Top Critics (26) | Fresh (97)
The intimacy of the story-telling here is deeply moving. Director Carla Simon created space for performances of truly extraordinary naturalism from everyone in the cast, especially the two young girls.
October 12, 2021
Nell Minow
AWFJ Women on Film
TOP CRITIC
Refreshingly, Simón’s take on the “summer that changed everything” movie is delicate and unsentimental, earning an emotional response simply by exploring how a child interprets loss from the child’s perspective and at the child’s pace.
September 25, 2018
Leah Pickett
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
…a wonderfully honest and gracefully directed insight into the world of children.
August 3, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
David Stratton
The Australian
TOP CRITIC
Frida’s gaze governs everything, taking you back to the mysteries, the insecurities – and the joys – of being six.
August 2, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Sandra Hall
Sydney Morning Herald
TOP CRITIC
Summer 1993 is, at its core, a sad, potentially tragic tale of emotional survival. It meanders. It ends almost randomly. But the truth of its emotions sticks in the mind.
July 23, 2018 | Rating: 4/5
Donald Clarke
Irish Times
TOP CRITIC
A deeply personal child’s-eye view of loss, Summer 1993 is an utterly beguiling debut feature from Spanish writer-director Carla Simón.
July 14, 2018 | Rating: 5/5
Wendy Ide
Observer (UK)
TOP CRITIC
This is a painful and powerful film about grief, fitting in, and family.
October 12, 2021
Sandie Angulo Chen
AWFJ Women on Film
In her acting debut as Frida, ten year old Laia Artigas captures your heart.
October 12, 2021
Jennifer Merin
AWFJ Women on Film
Brava to Carla Simón who, with her feature debut, crafts a beautifully delicate and sensitive portrait of a child’s grief as inarticulate, incoherent torment.
October 12, 2021
MaryAnn Johanson
AWFJ Women on Film
Simon delivers a tender, empathetic film about the challenges of being a young child who’s completely at the mercy of adults.
October 12, 2021
Betsy Bozdech
AWFJ Women on Film
[A]n incredibly touching and dramatically moving coming-of-age tale that utilises phenomenal performances and downplayed direction to deliver maximum impact.
February 6, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Andrew Murray
The Upcoming
the most immediate reference is Cría Cuervos . And the thing is that Carla Simón made Laia Artigas his own Ana Torrent, through the weight of a secret, a pain and a resentment encapsulated in the black cell of his eyes. [Full review in Spanish]
January 9, 2021 | Rating: 8.5/10
Agustín Acevedo Kanopa
La Diaria…
Plot
In the Summer of 1993, Frida, a six-year-old little girl, leaves Barcelona and her grandparents for the countryside. After her father, her mother has just died of a mysterious illness. Taken in by her uncle Esteve and aunt Marga, Frida discovers her new environment, an old stone farmhouse in a mountainous area close to a dense forest. Her new “parents” prove friendly. Another good point is that they have a three-year old daughter named Anna who can become a playmate. For another child less disturbed than miserable uprooted Frida, this would be the most idyllic of stays, in other words a permanent vacation. But Frida IS disturbed and if there are undeniably good times at her new “home”, there is also the unexpressed pain which makes her both feel sad and behave badly. Will Frida overcome her troubles ? Only the end of Summer will tell.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Laia Artigas, who plays the lead role of Frida, was only six years old at the time of filming and had no prior acting experience.
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