System Crasher
Netflix | Release Date: February 21, 2020 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
89
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Universal acclaim based on 6 Critic Reviews
Positive:
6
Mixed:
0
Negative:
0
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100
The Irish TimesTara BradyApr 2, 2020
This is a wildly impressive first narrative feature, powered along by a strong cast, great chemistry, virtuoso flourishes, and fierce energy. Read full review
100
The Observer (UK)Wendy IdeMar 31, 2020
Most essential is the central performance: Zengel’s oscillating wild joys and storming furies are painful to watch. A moment when she howls for her mother (always tantalisingly out of reach) brought me to tears. Read full review
80
Time OutHanna FlintFeb 14, 2022
System Crasher may veer towards being over-sympathetic in its approach to its violently problematic protagonist – Benni is a wrecking ball at times – but it delivers a powerful exposé of the limitations of the foster system. And with its impressive young star to the fore, it is heartbreakingly intimate. Read full review
80
The GuardianPeter BradshawMar 31, 2020
A grisly, gripping watch. Read full review
80
CineVueTom DugginsMar 31, 2020
System Crasher is the outstanding feature film debut of German director Nora Fingscheidt. A tremendous slice of life filled with light and energy, which doesn’t shy away from the tough realities of what social care is like for children with severe developmental issues. Read full review
75
Movie NationRoger MooreApr 2, 2020
Zengel is a balled-up fist of energy in the title role, getting across the sweetness that can convince those who take pity on Benni that “she’s making progress,” but unleashing hell in a flash to remind them she isn’t. Read full review
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