The Absence of Eden
Roadside Attractions | Release Date: April 12, 2024 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
55
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Mixed or average reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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4
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0
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75
Chicago Sun-TimesRichard RoeperApr 11, 2024
In this taut and gripping drama from director/co-writer Marco Perego (Zoe’s real-life husband), Saldaña delivers arguably her most impactful performance yet in a film that mirrors today’s headlines but eschews overt political commentary in favor of an unsparing, realistic and sometimes tragic story about humanity, and in some cases, the lack thereof. Read full review
60
VarietyCarlos AguilarApr 15, 2024
While “Absence of Eden” lacks narrative originality, it often dazzles visually. Read full review
50
Screen RantPatrice WitherspoonApr 11, 2024
A decent feature debut, The Absence of Eden is a film that means well. Restrictions in the script hinder the film emotionally, which often show up in the actors' performances as well. Read full review
50
The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckApr 11, 2024
Fine performances and powerful visuals only partially compensate for the inevitable air of familiarity that accompanies Marco Perego’s debut feature. Read full review
50
ObserverEmily ZemlerApr 11, 2024
The scant narrative and unwritten characters result in a lack of empathy that doesn’t serve the thematic ideas. Read full review
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