American Son

It doesnt help that he isnt answering her calls or text messages. ( Read More )

Eric D. Snider

Abramson has done some documentary work since Ringmaster (a film that I assume hes embarrassed about, too), and that eye for real human drama helps make American Son a compelling picture. ( Read More )

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 )

Emanuel Levy

Though well acted and occasionally poignant, this coming of age story of a black soldier on leave is too familiar and conventional to play in competition in a fest like Sundance. ( Read More )

This clearly symbolic portrait of white law enforcement is another salient feature of the film that needs to be extolled. ( Read More )