The Kindergarten Teacher
Netflix | Release Date: October 12, 2018 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
75
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 27 Critic Reviews
Positive:
23
Mixed:
4
Negative:
0
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60
CineVueChristopher MachellMar 8, 2019
The Kindergarten Teacher evokes sadness and horror in equal measure, but not always a great deal of understanding. Read full review
60
TheWrapElizabeth WeitzmanOct 10, 2018
Anyone with some patience and a penchant for thoughtful ambiguity will find more than enough rewards here, from Gyllenhaal’s intelligent performance to Colangelo’s empathetic insight. True, it’s not always an easy movie to sit through. But the impact of Lisa’s plight lingers long after her fate’s been sealed. Read full review
58
The Film StageDan Mecca
While The Kindergarten Teacher ends at the perfect moment following an extremely strong final ten minutes, it’s ultimately a muddled experience. But then maybe that’s part of the point. Read full review
40
Film ThreatFilipe FreitasDec 25, 2018
The only reason to watch The Kindergarten Teacher is Ms. Gyllenhaal’s performance, whose quality makes us resist until it’s possible. Read full review
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