American Mary

  • 2013


MOVIE IS moderate disgusting phenomenal baroque unyielding
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Average Rating 2.9/5
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2.0
From desperate student to internet sensation, Marys journey never grew monumental or gripping enough to warrant emotional investment. We Got This Covered
1.5
American Mary doesnt explore (much less hint at) what motivates individuals to undergo such radical physical transmutations. Austin Chronicle
2.0
The movie sags after Marys weak willed acquiescence to crime, instantly turning her into a dull eyed monster. Time Out
4.0
Once in a while, a mould breaking horror movie signals the arrival of a unique talent: doubly so in this case, since this bracingly perverse body modi .. Time Out
0.5
Because I dont do it for fame, I dont even care about being famous actually.
4.5
When a poseur says hes thinking about getting tribal scarring and some piercings, hes thrown out of Dr Marys waiting room. Screen Daily
1.0
American Mary doesnt explore (much less hint at) what motivates individuals to undergo such radical physical transmutations.
1.0
Their difficult second gorefest is a well intentioned but sloppily produced, borderline incoherent romp through the spurious subculture of extreme bod .. Telegraph
2.5
Writer director siblings Jen and Sylvia Soska allow their film to turn slack and unfocused after an enticingly lurid, wickedly tense first half.
1.5
American Mary is a mostly gore and freakiness delivery system, and thats fine if its your thing, especially if you dont mind a frustrating plot that d .. Village Voice
2.0
Filmmakers display a burgeoning talent that should be exciting to watch develop in future endeavors, especially if they stick close to the beat of the .. Blu Ray
1.5
Unfortunately, theres another, much less imaginative story line in which Mary gets raped by a professor and exacts a sadistic and horrifying revenge. Chicago Reader
2.5
The almost excessively uneven narrative does, in the end, cancel out the effectiveness of the films positive attributes, and its finally impossible to .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
Aside from the wish fulfilment premise, there isnt much to this film. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
Enjoyably twisted, stylishly directed horror tale with an engaging, original script and a tremendous central performance from Katharine Isabelle. View London
3.8
Its a truly interesting slasher fest; in this one, the heroine gets to be both beauty and beast. New York Post
4.5
American Mary is the newest addition to a long list of horror films about disturbed and disturbing doctors,and its a worthy one. Film Journal International ..
2.0
Its made with gusto, but theres little dramatic interest for non enthusiasts. Guardian
4.5
Katharine Isabelle dominates the screen from the minute we meet her, and delivers a masterful performance. Cinema Crazed
3.0
The problem with American Mary aside from some pretty atrocious B movie acting from the support cast is that it lacks a compelling third act. Flim List
4.5
Still, thats a minor quibble in a film that is really stylish and controlled.
1.5
Creepy, perverted, disgusting fright flick filled with horrific imagery. Susang Ranger
0.0
Just make sure they deserve it, and dont waste a minute of your time thinking about them after youre done. Observer
4.0
Katharine Isabelle is phenomenal in one of the most original and politically engaged horrors of recent years, even if the second half isnt a patch on .. Total Film
2.0
But this fine cast is largely stymied by confused plotting and a very moderate screenplay. Standard
3.8
American Mary is a before/after film, and thats where it gets its horror from. Aisle Seat
4.0
Importantly, the directing Soska sisters have successfully avoid simply mocking this subculture, whilst maintaining an entertaining, deliciously macab .. Cine Vue
5.0
Combines gore, quiet dread, feminist conviction and a visual classicism, often using a red palette, with impressive, unbelabored dexterity. Ny Times
2.5
Torture porn, though, isnt scary or creepy in and of itself; its merely disgusting, sadistic, vomit inducing and shocking. Nyc Movie Guru
4.5
Sexy and delightfully deadpan, Katharine Isabelle absolutely kills it as loner med student Mary, so passionate about perfecting her surgical skills th .. Film Comment
3.5
The Soska Sisters have directed a sharp, smartly acted and squirmy motion picture. Crave Online
3.5
Needless to say, the Soska Sisters dont wimp out when it comes to the crunch, and the film doesnt end how one might have anticipated, a testament to t .. What Culture
3.0
While the film has its problems, there is a lot to like here for die hard horror fans and body mod enthusiasts. Bitly
3.0
This wont break the Soska sisters out beyond their current nerd following, but they have a twisted spark that makes them worth keeping tabs on in futu .. Scots Man
1.5
pulls off the trick of getting us simultaneously to root for the sideshow attractions & to shrink from the gatekeepers of supposed decency while, caug .. Film 4
3.0
Its smart, well made, mostly well acted and quirky enough to get a cult following. But youll need a stronger stomach than mine to enjoy it. Daily Star
2.0
There have been some fatuous claims to girl empowerment here...but this is really on a feminist level with The Spice Girls wielding a surgical bone cu .. Sky
2.5
Alternately creepy and languid, incisive and aimless, American Mary examines a provocative subject, heralding the duo as a couple of the genres next g .. Daily Dead
4.5
The Soska Twins show a lot of depth in their filmmaking, producing an intriguing movie that you cant take your eyes off of. Digital Journal
4.5
With their up for anything leading lady totally synched to their vision, have crafted a shocking, slyly funny work of baroque modern horror. Screen Space(Squarespace)
1.5
Alt horror about a Seattle surgery drop out is a mediocre specimen of the Canadian kinky flesh genre of Antiviral, Crash and Kissed. End credits say F .. Sun Times
4.0
At least American Mary doesnt full on lay waste to the idea it is a feminist horror. Father Son Holy Gore
4.5
The best thing about this great little character piece is, of course, the main character. Blog The Horror Show
1.3
Try as the sisters might, American Mary is neither scary or funny. National Post
2.5
A sensational opening makes the disappointing final act hurt all the more as American Mary falls in a heap in its final act. Quick Flix
4.4
If AMERICAN MARY has flaws which Im sure it does theyre dwarfed. I was having such a good time, I chose to ignore them. Hell, some of my best, most be .. Fangoria



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