“…has a real feel for loss.”

“…doesn’t amount to much, but wow does it have some electric performances.”

“…recreates the broadness of early silent films without capturing their artistry.”

“There’s a deep sorrow here about the way families frequently fail to communicate, even when death is staring them in the face.”

“…a sexual awakening of sorts for both of its characters.”

“If it were a text, the film would be bolded, underlined and italicized.”

“The amount of tragedy delivered by this story would feel abusive if a lesser talent was at its center.”

“Exarchopoulos takes the movie back from those gazing upon her, whoever they may be, and returns it to Adele.”

“It’s clear from the start that this movie isn’t content to simply be viewed. The picture stares back.”

“…it’s the sense of sadness that gives the movie its backbone.”