American Son

Dennis Harvey

Being the kind of case pleading drama this is, its not at all unlikely that the parents worst fears will be realized. ( Read More )

Peter Bradshaw

But on the screen, its a deafening misfire, like the most unbearable, unwatchable daytime TV soap filled with the most awful self conscious hamminess, parodic emoting and pointless shouting at each other acting. ( Read More )

American Son manages to distinguish itself from the jump with an excellent premise that is I cant believe I didnt think of it obvious, but hasnt been given much (if any) attention. ( Read More )

Glenn Kenny

Almost all the acting here is pointedly overstated, as if the performers are trying to project past an especially long proscenium. ( Read More )

Wilson Kwong

As the story unfolds, theres a lot to unravel, and American Son doesnt waste any time in tackling these issues head on. ( Read More )