Once Upon a River
Film Movement | Release Date (Streaming): September 29, 2020 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
72
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Generally favorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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3
Mixed:
2
Negative:
0
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88
Chicago Sun-TimesRichard RoeperApr 20, 2021
There’s no trace of Hollywood glamour or gloss to the story, no hint of actor-y flourishes in the deeply resonant performances. Just a lean, finely crafted, memorably real story announcing the presence of a major new filmmaking talent — and a young actor with the promise of limitless potential. Read full review
80
Film ThreatAlan NgApr 20, 2021
A far as coming-of-age stories go, Once Upon a River is a very sweet story. There’s not a lot of fluff, but there is a lot of heart in a story based on a novel and feels in a way like a novel. Read full review
75
The Film StageJared MobarakApr 20, 2021
It’s the story of a young woman coming of age against the backdrop of both the injustices of her family and country. The former is overtly portrayed by the events that lead Margo to run, but the latter is never far behind despite its more subtle inclusion. Read full review
50
Movie NationRoger MooreApr 20, 2021
The basic ingredients of something gripping, tense and heartfelt, and in an unusual setting and culture, are here. Our director/cook spoiled the stew, with a lot of help from her miscast-cast main ingredient. Read full review
50
RogerEbert.comRoxana HadadiApr 20, 2021
Laden with demoralizing tragedies, Haroula Rose’s film is only fleetingly affecting, preferring to put its characters through the wringer rather than provide them with much interiority or consistency. Without that depth, neither the external nor internal journeys of Once Upon a River captivate as much as they should. Read full review
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