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2019
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4.4
An engrossing and often thrilling spy drama, and a tribute to this courageous and diverse group of women.
Rogerebert
3.0
Despite the built in commonality of being the only gals in the room, Thomas script doesnt push the lady bonding, instead focusing on Virginia, Vera, a ..
Indie Wire
4.5
To its credit, the film doesnt let Britains anti Semitism go unindicted.
Variety
3.0
A Call to Spy has a stolid pacing that makes you feel every minute of its two hours plus running time. But its still an interesting story thats yet to ..
The Guardian
1.9
Then theres Andrei Tarkovskys Stalker, which transfigures Arkady and Boris Strugatskys briskly paced novella Roadside Picnic into a slow, mesmerizing ..
3.0
Even with all the conflations and simplifications... A Call to Spy is undeniably a heartfelt take on a fascinating and heartbreaking true tale of hero ..
4.5
A Call to Spy is a welcome, albeit imperfect, addition to the existing slate of movies about World War II.
The New York Times
4.5
Whatever one might say about The Glorias, Julie Taymors sprawling biopic of writer and feminist activist Gloria Steinem, formulaic is not a word that ..
E Film Critic
1.5
IFC Films) The film suffers, perhaps, from straddling too many worlds at once, and theres a notable lack of urgency at times.
2.0
And if it doesnt manage to integrate all of its concerns as skillfully as it might, overall its effective, though in a conventional way.
One Guys Opinion
2.5
Its an admirable movie, bringing to light the stories of some mostly unsung heroes of the war, but its also, unfortunately, a far too familiar one.
Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
Its no big budget epic, but director Lydia Dean Pilchers second feature proves to be a fascinating tale of distaff derring do.
Radio Times
4.0
The tension ebbs and flows, engaging without exhausting the viewer.
Eye For Film
2.0
The stakes are raised and theres more to the movie than watching simplistic duties.
Flickering Myth
3.5
I dont know what the budget was, but it really doesnt matterit is just as immersive as one of the higher budget BBC productions, with period costumes, ..
Flim Threet
3.8
Its also gorgeously shot by Charlotte Hornsby, her camera capturing Margos trip with a remarkably contemplative specificity thats richly immersive in ..
Movie Freak
2.0
The rest are given short shrift, a handful of generic missions rather than authentic emotional battles.
The Play List
3.5
WW2 heroism, thru the contributions of women spies. The stakes of war espionage were high, illuminating courage, & different during this low tech era, ..
You Tube
3.0
These details foster a film that lacks the sheer tension we expect from an espionage thriller.
Punch Drunk Critics
3.1
Theres nothing at all wrong with the performances, but theres nothing terribly remarkable, either.
Third Coast Review
2.0
This is a film with big ideas but a modest budget, and sadly that is its biggest downfall.
Tiny Url
1.5
A Call to Spy fails to take full advantage of the thriller elements that might have elevated it from a movie of interest to a movie of riveting power.
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4.5
The glowing, radium laden nail polish Bessie wears is an example of the films potent use of period details.
Bbc
3.5
Its an interesting story and for the most part I enjoyed watching it.
rachelsreviews.net
4.5
Fans of World War II films should definitely seek this one out, as the story is well told, and all three lead actresses give stellar performances.
4.5
It has really comic, perceptive dialogue. is really good... All in all, a very honest and sunny film.
FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
1.5
Its worth seeing for a portrayal of World War II female espionage thats not really taught in history classes. However, the movie gives the impression ..
4.5
Apple TV introduces Tehran, an espionage thriller series set in Iran, a huge hit in the Middle East thats finally landed here.
What She Said Radio
4.5
Shines a light on the women who sacrificed everything to help defeat the Nazis.
Backseat Mafia
2.0
But the historic facts make this yarn more compelling than youd expect.
1.7
The lack of spectacle isnt a hindrance, it just means that there is far greater need for the script to deliver.
Vod Zilla
3.0
Jim Parsons leads a strong cast in this wicked comic drama that isnt nearly as shocking as it would have been 50 years ago, but still packs a punch.
KKFI-FM (Kansas City)
3.8
Its impossible during these politically divided times not to be struck by how often and frequently in our history those who have been marginalized by ..
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