If the Dancer Dances
Monument Releasing | Release Date: April 26, 2019 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
63
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Generally favorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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2
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3
Negative:
0
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60
Los Angeles TimesGary GoldsteinMay 3, 2019
Modern dance devotees and fans of legendary choreographer Merce Cunningham will find much to appreciate in the lovingly crafted documentary If the Dancer Dances. For others, the film may prove too repetitive and narrowly focused. Read full review
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The New York TimesBen KenigsbergApr 25, 2019
As Wechsler allows rehearsal scenes to play out at length, the perfectionism of dancer-to-dancer lessons becomes improbably poignant. Read full review
60
The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckApr 24, 2019
Although repetitive at times and, like so many show business documentaries, displaying a tendency toward self-congratulation, the film will prove fascinating for dance buffs. Read full review
75
Movie NationRoger MooreApr 22, 2019
A revealing documentary. Read full review
50
Slant MagazineWes GreeneApr 20, 2019
It's less of an insightful backstage documentary than a gushing, sycophantic love letter to the late Merce Cunningham. Read full review
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