A Wrinkle in Time

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3.0
Some of the best momentsand there are wonderful moments throughout this confident yet unsteady productionare smaller in scale. Av Club
4.0
But sometimes saving the world is about loving someone enough to be unapologetically, unabashedly honest about it. Den Of Geek
3.0
So this listless films real bummer is how dispiritingly it hits the marks of the modern blockbuster. EW
3.1
The films tone is so radically earnest at certain pointsparticularly when its dealing with loss and disappointmentthat the movies logo could be a giga .. Rogerebert
3.0
This big hearted adaptations payoff is more emotional than technical, but, thanks to touching performances, inclusive themes, and inspiring messages, .. Common Sense Media
3.0
Reese Witherspoon transforming into a giant piece of kale is only the beginning of what this strikingly unique blockbuster has in store. Indie Wire
2.0
Expectations can be a funny thing when it comes to movies: The more eagerly we anticipate a project, the more likely it is to disappoint. Variety
2.5
The wonderful trends the filmmaking process will hopefully set do not, however, save A Wrinkle in Time from its rather loose hold of the themes, and i .. We Got This Covered
3.0
Director Ava DuVernay lays out a generous spread of special effects and youthful precociousness in a movie that chooses loud ideas over quiet ones. Time Out
2.0
Gugu Mbatha Raw: on Oprah, race and Hollywood Read more Unfortunately, well intentioned as it is, its hard to imagine that this sparkly mess of a movi .. The Guardian
3.0
To me, it felt interestingly like a Roald Dahl tale but without the cynical, vinegary tang.Those tearful, final scenes and the trio of kids reminded m .. The Guardian
3.0
The film has the feel of a iPad video pawned off on a toddler so Dad can make comforting mac and cheese heres a bite sized lesson about loving yoursel .. The Guardian
2.5
The film may involve the instant movement among unfathomable distances and the shattered limits of space and time, but its only Meg who feels multidim ..
3.8
Yet this pleasing if modest fantasy adventure possesses all the strengths and weaknesses of its source material, with DuVernays sensibility suffusing ..
4.0
This Wrinkle features plenty of gorgeous costumes and eye popping visual flair, but it slowly builds to a sustained emotional punch while capturing so .. Screen Daily
3.0
Unfortunately, the framework for the story always feels like its never truly free to be a fulfilling adventure or an offbeat family movie. Collider
5.0
Most of us would like simply to praise A Wrinkle in Time for its multiracial cast, its multicultural soundtrack, and its ringing message of self accep .. Vulture
2.0
Even if this is widely consumed by the target audience, it doesnt charm or disarm. The Hollywood Reporter
3.0
Reid is a real find no nonsense but still, yes, relatable in her self doubt and tentative connection with Miller, another able young performer.
4.0
This is, unapologetically, a childrens movie, by turns gentle, thrilling and didactic, but missing the extra dimension of terror and wonder that would .. The New York Times
3.0
The movie keeps trying to convince us of the magic of its world, but few of the visuals really pop; it mostly looks like second tier Avatar. Paste Magazine
3.4
This flawed adaptation shines brightest when it reaches for the stars. IGN
1.0
However, I can tell you what the film is like judged strictly on its own terms and merits and in that regard, it is an unmitigated disaster of such ep .. E Film Critic
3.0
In place of the white, teenage heroine of Madeleine LEngles 1962 source book the kind of much thumbed tone passed expectantly from one generation to t .. Telegraph
4.5
No less than the novel, this fearlessly emotional picture builds to a bracing, unapologetically sentimental celebration of the power of love.
1.5
The cast is fantastic, the effects are amazing, and Ava DuVernays greatness is beyond dispute. The Young Folks
2.5
Despite some sharp visuals and interesting ideas, the film ultimately tells a meandering story that fails to capture the magic of the source material. Cinema Blend
2.5
Actually, the script change that got the most attention making the books heroine, Meg, biracial is the easiest to take. Ny Daily News
2.5
Itll be interesting to see if the young audiences this is aimed at like it. JoBlo
2.5
A Wrinkle in Time offers an engaging family friendly sci fi adventure, but falls short of reaching the potential of its talented cast and director. Screen Rant
2.5
The movie continually reduces rather than expands its source material and becomes less and less convincing as Meg rather too rapidly saves the day. The Globe And Mail
3.5
Reviewers often face a dilemma when covering a film based upon a book they love.Should they go into the movie without expectations and let the filmmak .. Spirituality And Practice
2.0
Barely coherent, overburdened with unimpressive special effects and hobbled by unremittingly bad acting, it will confound and bore children and adults .. One Guys Opinion
5.0
I was transported by DuVernays adaptation to the mind set of my girlhood embarrassing insecurities and all. This is not a cynics film. It is, instead, .. Village Voice
1.9
Nobody on set has the wherewithal to state the obvious this director isnt suitable for this material.And NOBODY remembers Hey, weve got to find charis .. Rogers Movie Nation
3.1
The resulting story feels rushed and artificial and lacks the charm and wonder of the novel. ReelViews
3.0
10 1 4 / 10 Madeleine LEngles 1962 book, A Wrinkle in Time, is a beloved science fantasy novel thats often been described as impossible to adapt for t .. Blu Ray
1.3
Its best passages appeal to the minds eye alone, and its fanciful tone (which gives it the air of a classic fairy tale despite LEngles focus on modern .. Chicago Reader
3.1
The movie is occasionally clumsy in its narrative and awkward in its presentation of the storys variously strange characters, wondrous worlds, and exp .. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Laura: This mawkish, simplistic adaptation of a 1962 childrens classic that sounds like it is anything but is like a bad childrens version of a Marvel ..
2.5
Director Ava DuVernay (Selma) tries hard for a big hearted fantasy adventure akin to The NeverEnding Story with an enchanting teen heroine and sparkli .. Usa Today
0.6
Filmmaker Ava DuVernay delivers an adaptation that is, for the most part, nothing short of a complete disaster from start to finish, with the movies u .. Reel Film Reviews
1.5
There was lots of potential here. Its a challenging movie to make, as you can tell from the source material...but at the end of the day, it doesnt wor .. You Tube
1.5
The movie didnt connect me to the characters. You get what theyre feeling, but it doesnt hit you...its just a hop skip & a jump....Ava DuVernay bit of .. You Tube
2.0
Someone please explain to me how the director of Selma made this movie...it is so, so bad. Everything was forced and awkward, but I think if youre a k .. You Tube
2.0
Ava DuVernay is great, and she brings a lot to the table...this is visually stunning sometimes, but sometimes its also horrible looking...I dont think .. You Tube
2.5
Ava DuVernay was using her talents the best she could there, but I dont think there was enough in the finalized script...this particular story didnt h .. You Tube
2.0
This weeks films Unsane 15, 98 mins A Wrinkle in Time PG, 109 mins After youve played HM the Queen, anything else looks like a breakout role. The Times
4.0
Yet beneath it all, at the centre of this deceptively simple, unfussy film is the powerful and frequently heartbreaking The Times
3.0
The visual imagination on display in this film is really striking. Lariat
0.0
Director Ava DuVernay and writers Jennifer Lee and Jeff Stockwell turn Madeleine LEngles fantasy novel into a truly epic fiasco, with Oprah Winfrey, R .. News Review
1.0
Movies this bad should never happen, especially with this level of talent involved. News Review
1.0
Cold War Much like the folk songs heard throughout the film, Polish director Pawel Pawlikowskis romantic tragedy takes a story of heartbreak and horro .. News Review
2.0
But that would have brought up the Oz comparisons and this one simply cant compete with that masterpiece.While I cant say for sure if the source mater .. Screen It
2.0
The film is trying so hard to provide an uplifting message that dramatic tension is in very short supply. Independent
3.0
For children, the movie adaptation will likely be a fast favourite because of its cinematic elements, but adults who have held onto A Wrinkle In Time .. Independent
3.8
Every generation gets The NeverEnding Story it deserves. This one may very well be ours. Rolling Stone
2.0
DuVernay clearly wants to show us a good time, but a guiding artistic vision never materializes. Pop Matters
3.5
(And how exciting to see a movie that makes science appealing to young audiences.) The Wrap
2.5
Reese Witherspoons Mrs. Whatsit borrows Mary Poppins worst qualities arrogance and impatience without any of the good. News Day
2.0
What follows is a phantasmagoria that is more cheesy than transporting. Cs Monitor
3.5
Outside of a few engaging scenes of the rising stakes at Camazotz, the CGI heavy A Wrinkle in Time feels static and drifts monotonously without amplif .. Film Journal
2.5
But you need more than that to make a decent action movie, and director Ava DuVernays adaptation of Madeleine LEngles classic young adult novel is too .. New York Post
2.5
But beneath the spectacle, the term that most frequently springs to mind in describing DuVernays effort is thin. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
But this one doesnt.There are moments of real power and beauty in Ava DuVernays film, based on the much loved Madeleine LEngle novel. Az Central
3.0
It would be nice to report that such perseverance has paid off handsomely but there are certain miracles that even Oprah cant perform. Smh
3.0
The unusually stilted and awkward direction from DuVernay also doesnt help, as it becomes difficult to get into the films groove before the next clums .. Mountain X
4.5
A Wrinkle In Time Will Delight Target Audience That Doesnt Have Too Many Wrinkles NPRs movie critic Bob Mondello discusses the star studded film adapt .. Npr
5.0
A Wrinkle In Time, while willfully affecting and reliant on emotional resonance, does not rely on manipulative sentimentality, but on earned moments f .. Npr
3.8
Its the wonderful and surprisingly mature performances of the three young principals. Toronto Star
2.0
Despite its modest success, the franchise returns with Pacific Rim: Uprising. Daily Mail
2.5
They remind viewers that DuVernays talents arent gone, as the clunky screenplay might put it. Slate
5.0
But that is undoubtedly one of its strengths.With no complicated philosophy beyond the redemptive power of love and forgiveness, DuVernay and co have .. Flim List
4.5
More enjoyable is Reese Witherspoon as the most junior and impulsive of the three, Mrs. Whatsit; Witherspoon manages to feel simultaneously childlike .. Film Inquiry
3.0
For all the stumbles along the way, the message that the film eventually delivers is an important one about embracing your faults and believing yourse .. Empire
2.5
But its also burdened by a diffuse, often confusing storyline and too many garish, overbearing visuals which quickly become disconcerting. Susang Ranger
2.0
Despite director Ava DuVernays strongest imaginative efforts and ambitious aspirations, like a character in the visual spectacle says, in order to be .. Flickering Myth
2.5
But the saddest part of all is the wasted potential for a new fantasy/adventure franchise. Flim Threet
5.0
My encomium to a classic is hardly needed, but LEngles creation of complex but fantasy tweaked kids facing fantastic settings and situations that are .. New Yorker
2.0
If you were to make a smoothie out of equal parts The Wizard of Oz and Alice Through the Looking Glass with costumes from The Wiz, a shot of C.S. Lewi .. Boston Herald
3.0
Fifty years or so ago this might have been a perfect vehicle for Hayley Mills and it bears some resemblance to In Search Of The Castaways. Express
3.1
It has flashes of inspiration and raw emotion, and beyond the famous faces in the cast, Disneys Wrinkle in Time is graced with a wonderful, natural Me .. Chicago Tribune
2.5
Theyve ruined everything.But Ill be damned if I let that ruin this movie for me, especially when the film itself does a pretty decent job of doing tha .. Bullz-Eye
3.1
You never once doubt this movies commitment to the books intense emotional reality its warmth. Boston Globe
3.0
The forces of positivity and negativity are so vaguely defined that it feels like a string of disconnected inspirational quotes, a series of free floa .. Uproxx
3.0
It wont charm everyone, least of all the diversity bashers and anti SJW trolls. The Irish Times
5.0
The kids inevitably have to leave their cosmic guides behind and travel to the planet Camazotz to confront the IT alone. The Atlantic
4.0
A Wrinkle in Time might not be for everyone, but for those who can appreciate it for exactly what it is, theyre going to really enjoy one of the years .. Lyles Movie Files
4.0
A Wrinkle in Time is not a film to be scoffed at, because it is so committed to its magical, mystical tone at every turn. Birth Movies Death
5.0
With whimsical visuals, a remarkable cast, and a big thumping heart, this movie made me deeply, deeply happy. Pajiba
3.8
Yet none of them have managed to convey the mixture of magic, emotion, realism, fantasy and imagination LEngle excelled at manufacturing. Movie Freak
2.0
Sure, all you need is love, but what exactly is going on here.The visuals dazzle but are sometimes silly. Detroit News
2.5
But a closer look (and, golly, does DuVernay love close ups) reveals a downright awkward kiddie blockbuster.Like most family fantasies, DuVernays A Wr .. Groucho Reviews
3.5
Yet director Ava DuVernays splashy adaptation seldom conjures the magic to which this big screen exercise aspires not a complete waste of time, certai .. Cnn
2.5
A Wrinkle in Time struggles to hold our attention despite a game cast, strong visuals and a few interesting ideas. Forbes
5.0
trange, irreverent, and ultimately a family pleasing heartfelt fantasy tale. Theres nothing else like it in theaters... Forbes
2.5
Yes, you may enjoy the ride, but it could be due to the dazzling scenery passing by, rather than the obscure route taken to the final destination. Herald Sun
3.0
Thrilling though Megs fight for the universe and her family might be, the films journey into darkness doesnt reach the highs of its exploration of goo .. Consequence Of Sound
2.5
By that measure, A Wrinkle in Time succeeds, and even surpasses its peers its just strange and sometimes visually striking enough to be unpredictable. Vox
3.0
Perhaps the film would have benefited more by adding a more contemporary feel to a story which seems way too dated to be anything but ordinary. Hey U Guys
3.0
But for all its inventive and even experimental resilience, filled with fine touches and delightful stylistic flourishes, it doesnt connect richly and .. The Play List
1.3
Turning Reese Witherspoon into a smug piece of salad is probably not the best use of all those millions of dollars. Film Freak Central
3.0
But young kids who need this kind of movie probably wont mind all that. Now Toronto
2.5
Ava DuVernays take on the YA classic is morally resolute but folds under the weight of its own source material. Film School Rejects
2.0
Its an even bigger shame because the film is so wasteful of the tremendous talents it attracted to the roles.With such a spectacular and practiced cas .. Film Ink
1.5
A Wrinkle In Time was a movie that should have sparked the imagination rather than show how much the Disney studio invested in special effects and art .. Maki At The Movies
1.0
And, sure enough, once the sci fi components take hold, the movie only becomes less coherent and less congruous.
4.0
As a kids film, though, it definitely offers a sense of wonder and adventure, wonderful performances from the cast, and excellent jeopardy and suspens .. Cine Vue
3.0
Despite clear points in its favour, Disneys latest try leaves the nut uncracked. Games Radar
2.0
Despite decent performances and visuals, A Wrinkle in Time is a convoluted and unbelievable mess. You Tube
1.0
Oprah Winfrey leads a trio of cosmic sisters in this bewildering and boring kids sci fi movie Dont bother loading up at the pick n mix counter before .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.0
Instead of being an epic fantasy adventure with a heart of gold, its a strangely hammy sea of cliches, strung together by a convoluted scientific plot .. Lw Lies
2.0
As an undemanding, cheery childrens movie it entertains, and the acting is fine all round, but fans of the book risk disappointment on a grand scale. Flicks
2.5
Its hard to understand what went wrong the cast couldnt be more appealing, and the film is bursting with special effects. But as an emotionally satisf .. Stl Today
4.0
Listening to Flower of the Universe throughout Wrinkle didnt detract from my experience with the film, but the song is clearly difficult for the cast .. The Stranger
3.0
Wrinkle could be unfavorably compared to the Wizard of Oz lacking its charm, humor and clever characters. Cleve Land
2.0
But Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvins adventure never quite comes together. Screen Crush
2.0
Devilish fun that comes with a welcome side order of B movie ridiculousness. Independent Ie
2.0
New age philosophy and hippy platitudes are unsubtly blended with actual science to create a sickly blancmange of a screenplay that is not easy to dig .. Independent Ie
4.0
But A Wrinkle in Time isnt just an exercise in doing the right thing. Stuff
3.7
Einstein gets mentioned in A Wrinkle in Time, but he and the audience would be better served if the filmmakers had figured out how to present his thou .. Ar Kansas Online
2.0
Before we know it, Charles Wallace introduces Meg to three peculiar missuses hes met: Mrs. Whatsit (Reese Witherspoon of Little Big Lies), Mrs. Who (M .. Film Racket
1.5
It is a film with a clear goal, but that does not know how to achieve it.
3.1
Some of this is drawn extremely broadly, even for a childrens film. Larsen On Film
5.0
It may not address all our cosmic questions..But it can still be darn good fun. Christianity Today
2.0
Jennifer Lees screenplay elicits more questions than it answers; it tears through exposition with breathless speed, throwing a bucket of science ficti .. Vanity Fair
2.0
Ava DuVernays A Wrinkle in Time is a magical adventure across dimensions and planets, saturated with vibrant colors and an Oprah the size of a small b .. Refinery 29
2.0
Whilst the inspirational Young Adult book this hugely expensive and ambitious Disney adaptation is based on, is much beloved over the pond it remains .. The Sun
2.0
Disneys version of the Madeleine LEngle young adult novel is a magical mystery tour minus the magic and mystery, and a great disappointment, since the .. Wsj
2.0
A favorite of youngsters since its 1962 publication, the thought provoking fantasy is a special effects driven spectacle dealing in cliches while wear .. Patriot Ledger
3.8
. (courtesy Walt Disney Pictures) Teen Meg Murry (Storm Reid, right) encounters the odd Mrs. Who (Mindy Kaling) in Ava DuVernay. . (courtesy Walt Disn .. Sltrib
3.8
For all of its heady ideas, A Wrinkle in Time succeeds emotionally. Film
4.5
Less focused on being an exact mirror for the book, DuVernay has made A Wrinkle in Time into more of a modern fairytale. Film
4.5
Indeed, the concept of mattering is central to the story, and its where the films heart lies. Film
3.8
Yet, DuVernay quite ably makes the transition from lower and modestly budgeted films and proves that shes quite the cinematic force.
3.5
A Wrinkle in Time will be a fine movie for kids, and its something families can watch together... But it doesnt quite reach the heights that I was hop .. Io9 Gizmodo
2.5
Movie magic is an elusive thing.A Wrinkle in Time is a bold film that takes big chances from start to finish, in a courageous effort to be something s .. Chicago Sun Times
2.9
Itzhak Perlman is a compelling, charismatic subject whos worthy of a much more insightful and better edited documentary. Nyc Movie Guru
2.5
But even with the lavish budget, visual effects, and A list stars it only just manages to best its less flashy 2003 made for TV predecessor. Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
... feels like theres a more complete, less edited version out there, a directors cut that fills in all the hints of deeper story; thats the version t .. Movie Crypt
2.0
It becomes sentimental and overdramatic, drowning the science fiction elements of the story.A Wrinkle in Time is filled with expensive visual effects .. Movie Web
0.0
And while Im generally a sucker for imaginative art direction, the Technicolor gargle of overflorid hues on display here barely sticks to the screen, .. Sandiego Reader
4.5
Ava DuVernay is truly a visionary director and given the right material, can work magic behind the camera. We Live Entertainment
3.0
Instead, DuVernays poised lead performer keeps us from divesting. Cinemix Tape
3.0
The requisite parts are all there and everything looks good under the hood, but DuVernay has given us a less familiarly satisfying ride than the norm. The Ringer
2.5
I admire what the filmmakers have done here even if it relies too heavily on those special effects. Dead Line
2.5
The progressiveness of A Wrinkle In Time is exactly what makes the film so appealing and unique, as is its message of love and confidence is something .. Metro New York
4.0
Its been made with a combination of complacency and misplaced confidence. Film Comment
3.0
Its an unenjoyable diversion that doesnt serve the plot, the message or the characters. One Room With A View
4.5
I cant help but feel that the film doesnt quite reach the expectations of the book as far as the adaptation goes.Frozens Jennifer Lee had to adapt the .. Solzy At The Movies
3.8
A Wrinkle in Time doesnt move at the narrative velocity that best fits its subject matter.(I always refer to the fleet editing of The Wizard of Oz as .. Daily Herald
4.4
The characters are still good, and we understand the stakes.Ava DuVernay crafts a film that shines. Awards Circuit
3.0
Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling star in the epic adventure that asks how far will you go for family Bitly
4.5
What I got was a beautiful coming of age story that never felt as though it was manipulating my emotions, and an adventure that expertly conveyed LEng .. Polygon
2.0
Too much of the story feels arbitrary, driven by images instead of narrative purpose. The Verge
3.8
Adolescent Meg Murry is troubled and troublesome, and her little genius brother Charles Wallace is likewise problematic, in his way.But can you blame .. Post Gazette
5.0
A visually dazzling, if tonally meandering odyssey that tempers its sci fi gravitas with a childs sense of humor. Its the rare live action family film .. The Daily Beast
2.5
Its much to confused, and frankly shallow for a movie that is so much about ideas and philosophies, things it only presents in the most flat, lead foo .. Alternate Ending
3.0
However, the screenplay struggles to find its feet as it jumps or tessers from one CG set piece to the next. Scifi Now
3.5
It might be better suited for television.Its definitely a movie with big ideas, a broken script, and some visuals that are neat and others that are sp .. Lainey Gossip
3.8
As kid movies go, A Wrinkle in Time is pretty soulful, but were grading on a different scale; a certain amount of generic adventure seems required of .. Seattle Times
3.0
Its visually splendid, packed with imagination and offers powerful messages about love, individuality and self acceptance. Guide Live
3.0
Reid is excellent, playing across a range of emotions and physical activity while carrying the movie on her shoulders. The Mary Sue
1.5
These refreshing on paper qualities elevate Wrinkles significancein the cultural sphere. Film Journal International ..
2.5
For a film that traffics in imagination and phantasmagorical sights, A Wrinkle in Time is surprisingly cumbersome in its visual splendor, with much of .. Clclt
3.0
This shouldnt be much of a surprise, since most of the situations involve no stakes CG driven nonsense. Fresh Fiction
4.0
Disneys A Wrinkle In Time will resonate the most with kids, but adults (like myself) will value and appreciate it just the same. Black Girl Nerds
3.5
Its the type of movie that really isnt made all that often these days a movie that owns its brand of sentimental optimism, doesnt try to be anything e .. Concrete Play Ground
3.0
But audiences do want to be entertained, and Wrinkle delivers there, too. National Post
3.5
But instead of the books dreaminess, Uriel is so bright and polished that it resembles a screensaver.Its topography is reminiscent of Avatar. New Republic
4.7
While there are moments that gesture towards greatness, the film fails to sustain visual or narrative satisfaction. Bfi
5.0
Even still, the mysterious absence of Mr. Murray has blown a gaping hole in the family, especially for Meg, whose grief and shame have crept in to fil .. Original Cin
1.0
LAST STATEMENT With absolutely now consistency or coherence, A Wrinkle in Time is one of those movies that feels less like a movie but more of an excu .. Rendy Reviews
1.5
These are all worthy messages, mind you, but they are all but lost in this cluttered, exposition heavy nonsense. Third Coast Review
1.5
Will your kids like it.They probably will so definitely take them. Blacknerd Problems
4.5
If this video game style hagiography doesnt expose Oprahs calculating arrogance, nothing will. National Review
2.0
The movie is visually banal but its greatest failing is surely its woolliness. New States Man
3.0
Most of what I love about the book was beautifully realized, and the movie is sure to be a middle school sleepover perennial and a family favorite for .. Movie Mom
1.0
Too much time. Not enough wrinkles. Director Ava DuVernay wants me to imagine being 12 again. The 12 year old in me didnt like it and 12 year olds tod .. Tri City Herald
3.8
A Wrinkle in Time delivers timeless messages about love, friendship. Qc Times
2.5
Ava DuVernay has proven her talent as a filmmaker in films such as Selma... However, DuVernays jump from drama to science fiction is disappointing, be ..
4.5
Between this ambitious epics genuine accomplishments and its injection of color into Madeleine LEngles beloved fantasy novel, I really, really hate ha .. Fw Weekly
2.5
And our individuality including our faults is what makes us strong.While the faults of this film decidedly do not make it stronger, maybe its well mea .. Ap News
3.0
The visuals are color drenched and wildly imaginative, although a little wonder is lost in the CGI. Columbus Alive
2.5
For a film that traffics in imagination and phantasmagorical sights, A Wrinkle in Time is surprisingly cumbersome in its visual splendor, with much of .. Film Frenzy
1.0
But this take on a kids classic isnt confident enough to comfort in tone and mood, instead overstating, over and over, its lovey ness. Vue Weekly
3.1
Its gorgeous to watch, from the swirling landscapes to a youthful cast brimming with curiosity and charm. Hollywood Into To
1.0
Just stick to a wide eyed sense of adventure and a streamlined, well written story that adheres to one inspired idea. Us Magazine
4.5
A lot of the CG fantasy worlds look like, well, CG fantasy worlds nothing about them feels real or concrete. Mash Able
3.1
Its watchable, and its never less than competent.But it seems to strive so hard to be inspirational, rather than letting the inspiration come through .. Sf Chronicle
3.8
There are, however, a few special effects laden sequences that dont work. Johnhanlon Reviews
4.5
Children dont care if a script feels weak or if an indie directors intimate style is not what you expect going into a big budget studio film. Mid West Film Journal
3.8
In a movie landscape that sees too few films embrace such messages of positivity, it was refreshing to see characters express love and compassion so f .. Tulsa World
4.0
The best thing about A Wrinkle in Time is its uncompromising weirdness. Washington City Paper
4.0
Still, the pros outweigh the cons its an emotionally engaging and entertaining family film.
2.5
On the downside, it does so with blunt force under a crushing wave of eye candy and mediocre technique. Dark Horizons
2.0
While the big name cast in A Wrinkle in Time is great for marketing, theres a star problem in the film, and its not Winfrey. Toledo Blade
2.5
Where the filmmaking finds joy and exuberance in the wonky premises of the material, the writing only finds problems to solve.Weighed down with the ob .. Thril List
3.1
Luckily, DuVernay is in charge and able to add a spark to the proceedings, enlivening every frame with a refreshing gusto. Cambridge Day
1.5
Witherspoon and Kaling try their best to be perky, but again the script fails them. Kaplan Vs Kaplan
1.0
Ultimately, the multi colored style of this movie will triumph. This films failure wont even be a wrinkle in the progress to come. Metro Active
2.0
Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling star in the epic adventure that asks how far will you go for family News
3.0
Aside from those frocks, though, theres precious little worth seeing. Review Journal
2.5
Contains good messages for kids and some visuals that will make your eyeballs dance and it is made with heart but theres always a but when I discuss t .. Richard Crouse
3.8
Representation matters, but A Wrinkle in Time isnt good simply because of its inclusive and diverse cast. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
2.5
If you want me to inch toward tears, a nice daddy daughter reunion is always going to be a safe bet. Free Beacon
3.1
A Wrinkle in Time never quite comes together under a single vision. Reid, though, ably supported by baby bro McCabe, makes much of it work out. Film Festival Today
1.0
And they all deserve much, much better than this bloated nonsense. Adelaide Review
3.0
Im not sure if thats due to the filmmaking or the source material. Mac Guff
1.5
All we have are vague platitudes from Oprah Winfreys character that IT is dark and Megs light must overcome it. World Wng
3.5
Like many of the Disney movies that precede it, Wrinkle is an ode to the importance of family, as well as a recasting of a typical heros journey. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
3.0
Well meaning but not helpful in any practical way).Its a nice movie thats pretty to look at, but its niceness and prettiness are all it has going for .. Crooked Marquee
4.5
This is a visual, CGI, glitter filled feast.The camera work is big, sweeping and knows just how to compliment the created landscape. Geek Girl Authority
3.1
while Kaling well, shes a bit more than window dressing but a bit less than a well realized character. Illinois Times
3.0
The film suffers from its uneven storytelling and sometimes clunky direction. Screen Zealots
2.0
This is a genuinely sweet movie, and the kids are the best part of it. The Week
5.0
The general rule of thumb when it comes to adapting beloved books is that its much easier to get it wrong than right. DuVernay doesnt get it wrong not .. Saportare Port
3.1
It boasts a talented director in Ava DuVernay (Selma), who nurtures a lush, vibrant visual aesthetic.It has a top flight cast including Oprah Winfrey, .. MLive.com
3.8
Ultimately, these are minor debits next to the imagination on display and the audacious chances DuVernay takes. The Film File
4.0
One of the more recent films Ive seen where you can tell that director, cast and crew had a succinct vision and poured their hearts and souls into it. Geeks Of Color
2.0
Dont get me wrong, I love DuVernay and to have a black woman direct a big budget motion picture is great and should be applauded. Iol Co Za
2.0
To say it swings for the fences is an understatement.When it succeeds, its glorious. Splice Today
2.5
The movie itself is packedwith themes and characters and goings on. Parade
2.0
An impressive production, with big ambitions and noble intentions, that just doesnt work.
2.5
A Wrinkle in Time is simply a movie that doesnt work. Its not a disaster. Its not a film worthy of any ire. Its an underwhelming fantasy that fades fr .. FanboyNation.com
3.0
The films themes of love, family and self acceptance are powerful enough to resonate with audiences. Bbc
3.0
With magnificent colors and costumes, A Wrinkle in Time tries to entice audiences to use their imagination. FlickDirect
3.0
You know those laser pointers that cats go nuts for Thats a bit what A Wrinkle in Time feels like. Its shiny, bright, harmless and facile. Entertainment Ie
2.5
It has engaging actors, an empowering message and deserves extra points for a diverse cast. Pgh City Paper
3.0
I suspect adults and children alike will have varying reactions to this long awaited adaptation. Leonard Mal
2.5
The bigger names in the cast, Oprah, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling, are wasted, feeling more like mannequins for the outrageously extraordinary c .. At Home In Hollywood
3.0
Perhaps book readers will be able to follow the plot and better appreciate the fine craftsmanship and performances. Im too busy scratching my head. Stardem
3.1
The tone and style is often herky jerky and affected, especially with the Misses. Twin Cities
2.5
And though the parents love story and the kids love for their dad can appeal to adults, this is a childrens fantasy film, and older people who watch m .. Dwight Brown Ink
3.5
What it lacks in originality it makes up for in charm and fun, so its ultimately up to you if thats enough. Alternative Lens
4.0
A Wrinkle in Time isnt a perfect film or a perfect adaptation of its source text, but the messages it delivers and the love it provides are infectious .. Chesapeake Family
2.0
Plot holes, inconsistent performances, shoddy visual effects, one note characters, and soundtrack fueled storytelling make for a disappointing and bit .. Film Monthly
3.0
Far from a future classic,will be relegated to the category where forgotten fantasy family fare liketakes up space. Sa Current
2.0
The visuals mimic this, with luscious kaleidoscopic nonsense that feels as genuinely kind as CGI can be. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
3.5
Their adventure is colorful and beautiful.Its also full of lessons that feel less like a sledgehammer than reasonable nudging. Maddwolf
3.0
Though the lessons of the movie are worthwhile, and the performancesespecially from Reid and Witherspoonare enjoyable, the execution feels insufficien .. Student Edge
1.9
For every moment you get your feet under you, the editing shifts you to an unknown spot with little continuity. 812 Film Reviews
3.0
Just another logic causality in a film plum full of dont think too hard and move along moments. Silver Screen Riot
2.0
Its refreshing to see a movie where attempts at diversity feel less like ticking boxes and more like real life. The Muse Jezebel
4.0
Its why Reid and McCabe are the best pieces of this adventure through the universe of their minds. Jaredmobarak
4.4
Its refreshing to see a young girl lead and a predominantly female cast made up of many different ethnicities, making this a magical movie with an upl .. Daily Journal
4.0
The adults of the picture are both prevailing and inconsequential. Digital Journal
2.5
Chris Pine feels out of place to the point where I felt uncomfortable in his scenes with Storm, it looks as though they shot one of the most important .. Brightest Young Things
5.0
Made to appeal not only to young girls, this testament to the power of love and inner strength is hard not to champion. The Movie Minute
3.0
Youll be treated to a movie that embraces its own optimism and demands empathy. We could all do well to take it in.
4.5
Another thin line an adaptation this ambitious must tread is time. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
1.5
LEngles admonitions to embrace your weirdness are reduced to forced whimsey... A Wrinkle In Time was long thought to be unfilmable, and this version s .. Memphis Flyer
2.5
A story with values much more risky than those of antediluvian bets like The Lord of the Rings or Narnia, buried under tons of color and piercing calc ..
1.9
The talents mega star triumvirate of Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling are wasted on characters that may as well have been animated, a .. K Gun 9
3.0
The film isnt perfect, and as much as I loved it, I have to admit that the flying leaf was weird. Mediaversity Reviews
3.0
IT can kill you, but only if you arent strong enough to keep love in your heart. Ex Press
1.5
So if you like the new lovable Meg, youll have to wait for an eventual sequel (the book is the first of a quintet) that is, if the movie doesnt flop a .. CNET
3.8
Four decades later, Disney eviscerated the magical masterpiece of its religious overtones in the process of turning it into a generic, made for TV kid .. Baret News Wire
2.0
Reese Witherspoon is the most energetic and memorable of the three guides. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
1.5
Its main mission seems to be as a sermon rather than as a piece of entertainment.
2.5
A socially progressive viewpoint, diverse casting and crew members, positive role models and hopeful upbeat messages are one thing, but a good time at .. Play Boy
3.5
It was so good, I didnt even miss the popcorn.(Although they do have popcorn.) Lagniappe Mobile
3.0
Sentence I did not expect to write: The films portrayal of the otherworldly Mrs. Ws...makes the depiction of the Holy Trinity in The Shack profound an .. Nc Register
3.5
The original LEngle book has a much deserved place high in the pantheon of classic genre literature, a mind bending, deeply spiritual book that appeal .. Fanboys of the Universe
4.5
With DuVernay at the helm and a stellar cast, A Wrinkle In Time should be magnificent all around, but the end result was a beautiful but bumpy ride fo .. Shadow And Act
3.1
And so, A Wrinkle In Time the movie isnt destined to become a classic like the book. Wtop
1.9
Instead of a compelling narrative flow, comes at us in dribs and drabs, exchanging pacing and dramatic build up for static set pieces. Characters get .. Ohio
3.5
DuVernays doesnt feature a predominantly white cast and is fueled by special effects. Business Insider
2.5
The self acceptance message is more effective, but its shoehorned into everything else that goes on and doesnt land with the emotional resonance DuVer .. The Lonely Film Critic
3.0
Considering this is an adaptation of a universally beloved novel, its pretty staggering that none of it works in any way whatsoever. Mad About Movies Podcast
3.5
It was a bit too frightening for children, but its protagonist was a bit too young for adults. Womens Voices For Change
3.1
The films narrative is choppy and graceless, with wild tonal shifts and an internal logical that too often seems faulty. The famous scene from the boo .. News Ok
4.3
Anyone who went through trauma as a kid knows that it doesnt always get easier as time goes on.
4.5
But it doesnt change the fact that the film belongs alongside the strange 80s fantasies that made up so many childhoods. Tor.com
2.5
Its impossible to not cheer for the message of A Wrinkle in Time But those messages should be conveyed organically, through plot and character. Here, .. Baltimore Magazine
3.0
The messages embedded here, while delivered heavy handedly, are still really good ones for our kids. Newshub (NZ)
4.5
The film seems to lopsidedly feel that a 40 foot hologram of Oprah beatifically projecting grandeur is a moment demanding awe and thats the central wr .. Stabroek News
3.5
Key parts of the novel are there, but the essential weirdness of the book is missing, replaced with something unexpectedly gentle and inspiring. Eugene Weekly
4.5
It isnt some superpower like flying or running faster than a speeding bullet. Bitch Media
2.5
If I were a Disney executive, this film would embarrass me.Or maybe this is one of those fantasy stories that need to stay the way you first imagined .. Ncr Online
2.0
As a vehicle for self worth and multiracial empowerment, A Wrinkle in Time scores points, but as a Disneyland ride it slides off the rails into a mess .. Film International
3.5
On many levels, the film captures the essence of its themes in a way that kids can understand and adults can at least enjoy for what it is. Movies With Mae
3.0
The splendour of the Mrss outrageously glorious costumes and bedazzling make up are completely entrancing. Flavourmag
4.5
DuVernay comes off of a pair of films with heavier subject matter, 2014s Martin Luther King biopic Selma and 2016s 13th, a documentary about flaws in ..
3.0
This is all in the movie but it isnt executed in a compelling way. rachelsreviews.net
2.0
Different characters verbally describe Megs intelligence and Charles Wallaces strangeness in odd narration, but the film doesnt really allow Meg to de ..
4.3
A Wrinkle in Time is about traveling through time and space, but it is also itself an act of time travel. The Pop Break
3.0
The production takes flight often literally whenever Duvernay is free to let her established skill at montage, visual narrative and mood piece to play .. Geek
2.5
Even Kalings excellent comic timing including a surprise Chris Tucker impression isnt enough to offset the constant barrage of corniness. Exclaim!
2.0
A Wrinkle in Time is the Tomorrowland of 2018: a film with a lot of potential, but without a solid concept because it doesnt successfully connect its ..
3.0
Reminiscent of movies like The Wizard Of Oz and Labyrinth, this is an enjoyable fantastical sci fi adventure for older kids, even if it isnt a perfect .. Movies 4 Kids
1.5
There are times when her message becomes affecting, but within the scope of the films overall silliness, it all feels tenuous. The result is a film so ..
1.5
I really hated watching this movie, and by that I mean I hated the physical act of looking at it and trying to follow the visual information as presen .. Spliced Personality
4.5
Through a quantum lens, A Wrinkle in Time succeeds. With more attention to the particles, the entire picture would be that much clearer.
3.0
Is It Worth Your Trip to the Movies Even if it doesnt quite live up to the star power, the visuals and lessons are whats important for its target audi ..
1.5
Its as if the film was trying to hypnotize you with cinematography so that you dont realize how little you care about the plot. Pólvora
4.0
The Murphy parents, Chris Pine and Gugu Mbatha Raw are excellent, but Mbatha Raw doesnt get nearly enough screen time.
3.0
Instead hes just there to compliment and gaze at Storms character. The Movie Blog
1.5
In spite of its length and muddled storyline, A Wrinkle in Time is still worth recommending for its visuals and for its leading performances.
3.5
A Wrinkle in Time may not be as strong as it could be, but it is well intentioned, admirably earnest, and gloriously weird in ways that can still conn .. Sojo
1.5
Too bad it does not live up to its hype. The story is average, the direction could be better and characters could have been fleshed out more. The Sun Daily (Malaysia)
2.0
For brief moments, the film becomes tactile, relatable. Makes you wonder what could it have been... with a better script. Planet S Magazine
3.5
A Wrinkle in Time opts for an icon rather than a relatable character The films visual style is its strongest asset. Gay City News
1.5
Though it certainly doesnt lend itself well to training montages. The Undefeated
2.0
Despite its spectacular effects and interesting performances, it falls short. Star Telegram
1.5
Its this story of whimsy but you cant experience the whimsy and weirdness if not grounded in something. Lenoirauteur
2.0
Visually ambitious, the film is commendably faithful to the book. Showbiz 411
5.0
Enormous rock monoliths tower into puffy clouds, while below flows a broad, sparkling river. Hyperallergic
3.5
Im Rain Jokinen and I wrote my first movie review at the age of twelve. Mulling Movies
2.0
Just because a kid could grasp that message, doesnt mean that kind of cinematic storytelling is easy or simplistic. Isolated Nation
2.5
For a cosmic time traveling story, the action takes place in the most boring terrestrial scenarios imaginable. Próxima Tanda
3.0
Theres no dismissing the ambition of DuVernay and company, but tessering is required to be where a better version of the film is screening. In Session Film
4.5
They take the opportunity not realizing that itll take them across the universe on an epic adventure. Rogues Portal
3.5
A movie well positioned to blow the cultures inspire o meter right off its mooring. 4 Columns
2.5
In this sci fi meets fantasy film, it becomes a feast for the eyes.
1.5
The stellar cast and promises made by technology only adds to the layers of disappointment. Ancho Rage Press
2.5
His source material doesnt have the iconic stature of A Wrinkle in Time, though its no slouch. Slj
2.0
It also doesnt help that the character is clearly a screenwriter construct. The AU Review
4.5
One is an adaptation of a 1960s sci fi childrens book, aimed at children the other is a comic book based superhero film, aimed at all ages. Dazed Digital
1.5
The film is a missed opportunity and, instead of the family classic I expected, it is a somewhat cheesy childrens movie. Channel 24
1.5
I was really looking forward to the idea of it being one of those stories for young girls and kids, the STEM aspect of it, sci fi... technology... but .. WXIX-TV (Cincinnati, OH)
2.0
While the extravaganza film adaptation has magic in it, it most certainly is not magical. Opeeqo
3.0
Through its protagonist it creates a moving, emotional drama. That drama is more effective than its science fiction, but that doesnt mean its not an i .. Scene Creek
4.5
Because this is one kids movie truly made with enough heart, wonder, and delight to rise above its faults. Narrative Muse
3.0
The young adult audience at which the film is squarely aimed will surely spark to Meg, the awkward outcast who becomes a hero not because of a magic s .. Spoiler TV
3.0
This dazzlingly colorful film also boasts an extremely talented multi ethnic cast in a script that wonderfully never addresses anyones race or ethnici .. Nerd Repository
5.0
Sure, these same movies gave me a chance to dream of worlds beyond my own life, but I was never given a chance to believe I could be the hero of my ow .. Marie Claire
4.5
So rarely do filmmakers allow a film to be this earnestly youthful and emotional.A Wrinkle in Time is a film that reaches out of the screen and pats t .. Fishnet Cinema



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