Neshoba
First Run Features | Release Date: August 13, 2010 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
71
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 8 Critic Reviews
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6
Mixed:
2
Negative:
0
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80
Los Angeles TimesKenneth Turan
The result is a rich and detailed picture of the particular culture of this particular part of the South. Read full review
80
Time OutS. James Snyder
Interviewing residents from across the spectrum, Neshoba reopens the debate: How was this allowed to happen? How do we move forward? Some questions, this compelling movie reminds us, still require answers. Read full review
80
Village VoiceErnest Hardy
Though Neshoba is standard-issue in terms of craftsmanship, the tools used to tell the tale (newsreels, family photos, crime scene and autopsy photos) are masterfully employed. Read full review
80
New York Daily NewsJoe Neumaier
Moving, intelligent documentary. Read full review
70
The New York TimesA.O. Scott
This film is a document of hope, progress and idealism but also a reminder that the deep springs of bigotry and violence that fed a long, vicious campaign of domestic terrorism have not dried up. Read full review
70
Chicago ReaderJoshua Katzman
The most riveting interview subject is the unrepentant Killen, who granted the filmmakers surprisingly broad access to his personal life. Read full review
58
The A.V. ClubSam Adams
For the most part, Neshoba is content to treat progress as a matter of reconciling with the past rather than dealing with the present. Read full review
50
Boxoffice MagazineMatthew Nestel
Some may say giving Mr. Killen screen time equals a bully pulpit, that it would be reckless and cheapen the heartfelt message. To the filmmakers credit they offered generous portions from both sides. Read full review
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