Miss Stevens
Orchard, The | Release Date: September 16, 2016 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
65
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 11 Critic Reviews
Positive:
7
Mixed:
4
Negative:
0
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
83
IndieWireDavid EhrlichSep 15, 2016
Told with the ramshackle energy of a first feature (but with a depth that hints at many more to come), Hart’s debut blossoms into a lovingly realized story of grief, getting by, and finding help in unexpected places. Read full review
80
We Got This CoveredSarah MylesSep 20, 2016
The film is sumptuously layered with a number of intersecting themes – the restrictions placed upon us by ourselves, and by society; the complexities of communicating with others; the nature of identity; the contrast of the social roles played by men and women; the vast difference between physical and emotional intimacy; the ebb and flow of the human experience. Read full review
80
The New York TimesStephen HoldenSep 15, 2016
Ms. Rabe’s beautifully balanced performance reminds you that people never really grow up. Read full review
75
TheWrapRobert AbeleSep 15, 2016
Miss Stevens bears a maturity and genuineness that thankfully feels miles apart from the inspirational assembly line of Hollywood product. Read full review
75
Entertainment WeeklyJoey NolfiSep 15, 2016
Though its heart beats with the same blood as something like "Lost in Translation," in which a daunting age gap inspires lasting platonic chemistry between two drifting souls, Miss Stevens feels fresh in its take on human vulnerability. Read full review
75
ConsequenceRandall ColburnAug 26, 2016
Rabe’s performance here is nothing short of stunning. Read full review
63
RogerEbert.comGlenn KennySep 16, 2016
A low-key and intelligent character study, Miss Stevens doesn’t escape from its indie-film commonplaces often enough to become really distinctive, but it has enough conscientiousness about its people that it doesn’t let the commonplaces fester into movie-sinking clichés. Read full review
60
The Hollywood ReporterStephen FarberAug 28, 2016
The picture doesn’t fully succeed, but it showcases strong performances. Read full review
60
VarietyJustin ChangAug 28, 2016
A tougher, wiser film might still have extended the characters a measure of compassion, but it might also have left the audience with a deeper curiosity about where life’s challenges could take them next. Read full review
50
Los Angeles TimesGary GoldsteinSep 15, 2016
That Rabe (daughter of the late Jill Clayburgh and playwright David Rabe) proves so intriguing to watch is more a testament to her acting focus and stirring, lovely presence than to the dreary role she inhabits. Read full review
50
Slant MagazineClayton DillardSep 11, 2016
It provides materials for discussion without directing the viewer toward a particular solution or easy answer. Read full review
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