American Woman

  • 15 (UNITED KINGDOM)
  • 2018


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88 % Certified Fresh
$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 64
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Average Rating 3.5/5
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3.8
And yet, Miller pulls off a genuinely stunning performance in the films final chapter. Rogerebert
1.5
Doesnt evince a firm enough grasp on the rhythms of lower middle class life in Rust Belt Pennsylvania to compensate for the over dependence on crisis .. Variety
3.0
This solid, touching drama from Jake Scott (son of Ridley) plays best in small, grabbed moments of messy family life. Time Out
3.0
American Woman is a film with a lived in authentic feel. And Miller plays it beautifully with psychological depth and not a jot of actorly condescensi .. The Guardian
4.0
Millers finely tuned performance manages to be tough and sparky and just world weary enough, without slipping into one size fits all inspirational sur .. The Guardian
3.1
But translated into Romanian, it doesnt have the same power as La Gomera!
3.1
The arc of the story suggests, not so subtly, that theres something about mothering that makes a woman.
4.5
Cool, capable, shes a creature of logic theres a reason why her old job in the movement was making bombs which is exactly why shes so undone by Gadons .. Screen Daily
4.5
Across the street from Debs house, older sister Katherine (Christina Hendricks) doesnt approve. The Hollywood Reporter
3.5
His script is a longitudinal study of a life, one where a shadow never quite lifts even on the brightest days.
4.5
The performances are excellent, and Ingelsbys dialogue largely rings true. But while the movie is indeed considered and conscientious, its also carefu .. The New York Times
3.0
American Woman seems to be nudging its way above decent almost from the start, and just keeps nudging: while the inspiration to put it over the top is .. Telegraph
4.5
Shes the picture of resilience, but Deb doesnt look like the inspiring, grieving archetype.
4.0
It comes on like an Unsolved Disappearance Movie but American Woman morphs into something more interesting, a portrait of a woman gradually finding he ..
4.0
As for Miller, this is a top notch showcase for her, perhaps being one of the best (if not the best) roles shes ever had. JoBlo
4.5
story of perseverance and emotional resilience with a bravura performance by Sienna Miller. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
One night Bridget goes off on a date with Tyler and doesnt come home. One Guys Opinion
3.0
While its not a cheery endeavor, the picture rewards patience with a living, breathing understanding of perseverance. Blu Ray
4.4
The film isnt quite as bleak as that thought, although it is fairly bleak in more subtle ways. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Until now, I had seen Sienna Miller only in supporting roles and I never really noted her as an actress. Jake Scott, by spotlighting Miller, allows he ..
3.0
about the in between time, a suspension of a womans motherhood but not her life...Sienna Miller really digs deep here
4.4
Theres little doubt that American Woman improves considerably (and steadily) as it progresses... Reel Film Reviews
3.5
Oh for the days of Tommy Lee and Will. Hemsworth and Thomson do not generate the chemistry or comedy necessary for a successful reboot of this series. You Tube
4.0
Its smartly directed by Jake son of Ridley Scott, and the supporting cast, including Christina Hendricks as Debras wiser older sister, are equally rob .. The Times
4.0
Its an awards calibre performance which already looks like a career milestone. Radio Times
3.5
But Deb is clearly a very good mother to Jesse, overcoming obstacles Kath cant quite imagine. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
After the first few traumas, every event just feels superficial a surface scratch for the kind of audience that wants to see womens lives as merely a .. The Wrap
3.0
Miller doesnt attempt to make Deb likable in any conventional sense. Cs Monitor
4.0
Theres some clunky dialogue, a slightly sagging middle, and almost soap opera worthy numbers of dramatic events, yet much of it is admirably understat .. Flim List
4.5
While its a role hes been somewhat typecast into, Paul delivers as always. Film Inquiry
5.0
First, the perfect embodiment of a small time woman living big time dreams. Observer
3.0
American Woman may not be the vanguard when it comes to films that tackle similar issues, but Scott has found a sensitive and balanced way of storytel .. Hey U Guys
3.0
Sienna Miller wastes a career best performance on an uninteresting story. The Play List
3.0
Eventually cant decide what type of film it is, but all the more interesting for it. Lw Lies
3.5
Come to American Woman for the missing person mystery, stay for the story of hope, endurance and survival. Nz Herald
4.0
The way Miller depicts Debs delighted blossoming is a sight for sore eyes. The Arts Desk
2.0
Though the story lacks depth, Millers characterization of the flawed heroine doesnt. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.0
What could easily come across as reductive is in the hands of Sienna Miller nuanced, subtle and compelling. The Skinny
3.0
It plays more like a film about the Bush/Cheney era than Trumps America. Scots Man
3.0
Miller finally gets the chance to demonstrate what she can do as a proper protagonist, breaking away from the stereotypes shes too often played. Film Avclub
4.5
American Woman doesnt tie everything up neatly, but thats one of its strengths. Bfi
3.8
It also doesnt help that shes frequently mistaken for Naomi Watts (they do look a lot alike sometimes). Third Coast Review
4.5
American Woman stands out because of an excellent central performance from Sienna Miller, and all the other elements are calibrated perfectly to showc .. Cultured Vultures
3.5
Ill bet a lot of folks will identify with Debras authentic struggles. Daily Film Fix
4.5
Still, you cant look away from Miller as the brash, hard swearing, combative Deb. Fw Weekly
2.5
Had the movie been more focused on Debs devastation over Bridgets disappearance, Miller might have been great in it. Datebook Sfchronicle
4.5
A film like this lives or dies by how it regards its characters, and American Woman wisely never judges Debra, no matter the choices she makes. Sf Weekly
2.5
Without Miller bringing the burning misery of uncertainty to the fore, American Woman would be just another generic American drama with a dusting of g .. Cambridge Day
1.5
Nicely rendered moments of reconciliation have an impact, but overall American Woman suffers from an overload of woe. Moreover, its title suggests amb .. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
1.5
The main issue isnt Scotts direction; theres little to say in that department. The Spool
4.5
Sienna Miller... brings award worthy electricity to the role of Deb, extruding the soft woman from the hard skank. Kdhx
3.8
Its a gutsy, commanding performance that we all knew Miller was capable of doing, and makes American Woman an intense and gratifying experience. Movie Cricket
4.3
This is the kind of script and lead performance that will be ignored come awards season and thats a real shame because its great. rachelsreviews.net
4.0
Each step proves to be a nuanced transformation thanks to Scotts quiet direction and Millers stunning lead performance. Jaredmobarak
4.4
Sienna Miller delivers her greatest performance and one of 2019s best as a grandmother searching for her missing daughter in Jake Scotts drama that de .. Victoria Advocate
3.5
American Woman is a great showreel for Miller, but unfortunately, this depth of characterisation isnt afforded to the rest of the ensemble cast. The Digital Fix
3.0
Jake Scotts latest film thrives on the chemistry of its performers, and the performance of its leading lady in particular. The Hollywood News
3.0
American Woman is sensitively directed by Jake Scott, son of Ridley, who produced this surprisingly emotionally involving saga with a star making lead .. Dogandwolf
4.5
I think Sienna Miller is our greatest under appreciated actress, and I think this movie is another tribute to that. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
3.0
American Woman has an appreciative, simple grace, but as it glides toward its final curtain, the film just seems to wimper out. Film International
3.5
American Woman is a good film, with some sparkling performances, but one that could have gone deeper and been even better, perhaps even a great film. We Are Movie Geeks
5.0
One of the best films of the year, this modern slice of modern life is propelled by a never better Sienna Miller who proves to be her own worst enemy .. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
1.5
Rather, what keeps American Woman from feeling like a real story is precisely how forced so much of it feels. The Pop Break
3.0
... almost single handedly carries Jake Scotts American Woman, an odd movie but a great showcase for her talents. The Arts St L
4.0
It feels strange to say this about a film where a woman loses her daughter, but American Woman isnt a sad movie.
3.0
Though the plot is nothing special, the principal virtue of this movie is the riveting performance of Sienna Miller as a woman in rural Pennsylvania l .. Big Apple Reviews
3.0
American Woman represents a career high for Miller; one only hopes this little movie isnt overlooked at awards time.
3.0
American Woman is brutally honest storytelling, Sienna Miller is devastatingly powerful. Galveston Daily News
4.0
...(Sienna) Miller digs deep to light up the screen and make the role her own, showing a woman forced to mature by circumstances, but refusing to give .. film-authority.com
4.5
Not that Debra seems to mind; shes enjoying herself, even if no one else is.
2.0
Millers indelible grasp of Deb Callahan is an absolute wonderment to behold.
3.0
Despite their very different life paths, theres an obvious warmth between the chalk and cheese siblings, even if their mothers scathing put downs thre .. Frame Rated
4.5
Tragically, Debs entire world shatters when Bridget doesnt come home one eveningeffectively vanishing off the face of the earth. Stylecaster
4.5
That Miller creates a character who feels more like a neighbor than the typical film figure is what makes the performance all the more outstanding.



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