Salvation Army
Strand Releasing | Release Date: January 23, 2015 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
57
METASCORE
Mixed or average reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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2
Mixed:
3
Negative:
0
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88
Slant MagazineDiego SemereneJan 18, 2015
It's a quiet thud of a film, which embraces, with grace and precision, the nastiness of growing up with desire stuck in one's throat like a muffled scream. Read full review
70
Village VoiceInkoo KangJan 21, 2015
Despite stilted camerawork often locked in the medium shot, Salvation Army is a touching ode to the freedom to finally be who we want to be — if we can ever find where we belong. Read full review
60
The Hollywood ReporterBoyd van HoeijJan 22, 2015
Though the film’s European scenes carry too little dramatic weight and might be confusing for those unfamiliar with the novel, the Morocco-set opening 40 minutes are beautifully and quietly observed. Read full review
40
VarietyJay WeissbergJan 22, 2015
Transitioning his story to the screen, Taia retains the bare bones but strips away warmth and insight, without any fresh perceptions that would compensate. Read full review
40
The New York TimesBen KenigsbergJan 22, 2015
For a film rooted in a personal story, Salvation Army feels awfully remote. Read full review
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