“…occupies its own strange, somber place in the Western genre.”

“…employs the visual economy of silent cinema.”

“Handsome and ghostly.”

“…as a piece of evangelism in the name of Blaze Foley, the film didn’t convince me.”

“…captures roiling emotions with elegant panache.”

“…pays special attention to tender touches.”

“Even as the movie puts us inside Madeline’s head, it somehow fails to illuminate her.”

“…a relaxed portrayal of African-American domesticity, anchored by strong performances.”

“Spike Lee using his white voice — for subversive purposes.”

“Is faith a saving grace or a swindle?”