Blinded by the Light

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4.5
Blinded By The Light doesnt play by any hard and fast musical rules. Den Of Geek
4.5
Blinded By The Light doesnt play by any hard and fast musical rules. Den Of Geek
3.0
A Technicolor ode to the power of music so deeply tender and heartfelt that it disarms even the most misanthropic critics instincts. EW
4.4
Blinded by the Light at its very best, captures the experience of being a fan, the pure exhilaration of it, and the sense of your vision opening out t .. Rogerebert
4.5
For a sweet lead performance that proves hes a total pro for every joyous beat and movie friendly convention, nothing tops Kalras close up as he hears .. Rogerebert
4.5
His life is so cloistered that he doesnt even realize hes good looking. Variety
4.0
For viewers of a certain age if you ever owned a Level 42 cassette, thats you theres loads of easy 80s nostalgia to feast on. Time Out
3.0
It arguably doesnt have the directness and force of Bend Like It Beckham: there, Parminder Nagras Jess hero worships David Beckham and wants to be a f .. The Guardian
3.0
Her breakout film, Bend It Like Beckham, harnessed British football fanaticism to make a persuasive case for multiculturalism, while Bride and Prejudi .. The Guardian
2.0
Stuck with perfunctory dialogue (If you walk out that door, youre never coming back! The Guardian
3.1
The film bottles a palpable emotion of unabashed joy, even when the rest of it seems to barely hold together.
4.4
At first, Javeds mates cant believe hes converted to dad rock they think synthesizers are the future, when everyone knows its glockenspiels.
4.0
Even though the cute, intentionally sloppy choreography can be disappointing, it doesnt deter from Chadhas bighearted point about the restorative powe .. Screen Daily
4.5
Though dont get me wrong, Javed doesnt perform these songs in a traditional musical sense. Collider
4.5
I have no doubt that by the time 2019 is done, Blinded by the Light will stand as one of the years best films. Collider
1.5
Newcomer Viveik Kalra radiates enough guileless enthusiasm to carry viewers past the films rough patches. The Hollywood Reporter
3.5
Then again, if youre an impressionable teenager, those emotions may be right on the money.)
4.5
An aspiring poet and lyricist, Javed , unlike many of the characters in Springsteens songs, isnt a car nut. The New York Times
4.5
Director Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham) finds plenty of current resonances in Manzoors depiction of Margaret Thatchers England and in Springst .. E Film Critic
4.0
It is still a generally entertaining work that has a lot of energy and good cheer, nice performances from a cast led by engaging newcomer Kalra, a lot .. E Film Critic
3.0
If youre there, youre most likely trying to fly cheaply to another continent. Telegraph
4.5
The hip kids at his school sniff at Springsteen as yesterdays news, but Javed couldnt care less.
4.0
This is primarily because it isnt simply about a generational gap. The Young Folks
4.0
The result is Chadhas most consistently winning film since Bend It Like Beckham, a sprightly, upbeat, vibrant romp that smuggles in persuasive themes ..
5.0
The world needs this movie, and whether youre a fan of deeply personal stories of triumph, or just the Springsteen discography, youll be absolutely st .. Cinema Blend
4.5
Its a hugely joyous celebration of how art can enrich your life and give you reserves of courage you never thought you had. JoBlo
3.5
Powered by Chadhas energetic direction, Blinded by the Light overcomes its formulaic narrative to deliver an infectiously endearing experience. Screen Rant
5.0
The Promised Land) SEEK JOY Joy animates all deeply spiritual souls. Spirituality And Practice
3.1
Yes, hes spat upon by skinheads who dont have the guts to shave their scalps. Rogers Movie Nation
3.8
Like Rocketman and Yesterday, Blinded by the Light will be strengthened for those with an appreciation of the core music, but unbridled passion isnt a .. ReelViews
2.0
Blinded by the Light doesnt know when to quit, but its loaded with charm and always attentive to heart. Blu Ray
3.8
Javeds not even a dreamer, because hes too mired in the white noise of teenage confusion to decide on a specific aspiration, other than wonder about l .. Combust Ible Celluloid
1.5
Most of the films emotional weight is undermined by cheesy sing alongs with the lyrics visualized in such a garish way that the supposed thematic sign .. Chicago Reader
2.5
To get there, though, one has to do some narrative and thematic algebra, after experiencing a coming of age story thats rather shoddily assembled from .. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
Light has too many characters and too many subplots to sustain its throughline momentum, making for an intermittently entertaining but ultimately tedi ..
4.4
Itll remind you of the importance of chasing dreams and loving yourself as well as others. Usa Today
1.5
This movie gets saccharine at times, but overall, I liked the message and where it took me emotionally. You Tube
4.5
Irresistible! More than a treat to the ear, a massage of the heart that will leave many blinded by the tears. You Tube
3.5
This movie is so much more than would expect. It isnt just about a rabid fan of Bruce Springsteen, it is how his life is uplifted by Springsteen. Dram .. You Tube
2.0
Worst of all, its the kind of film that arrives already puffed up in a phoney coat of feelgood gloss and specious sentiment. The Times
4.0
An appreciation of Springsteens inspirational canon is somewhat bludgeoned into us but the films belief in the power of music is sincere and artistica .. Radio Times
4.5
If youre looking for the feel good movie of 2019 that also features some surprising depth regarding family relationships, the rise of racism and natio .. Screen It
4.0
You will, too, as the movie becomes an irresistible blast of pure feeling. Rolling Stone
3.0
So darker emotional narrative bombs feel jarring, especially as they dont quite resonate. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
And even if you arent a Springsteen devotee, youll likely be moved by a story thats less about Bruce than it is about the way pop music can reverberat .. The Wrap
3.8
A heartfelt ode to the promise of youth and the transformative power of music. News Day
2.0
Despite its predictability, it conveys what its like to be enraptured by a rock idol. Cs Monitor
4.5
I guarantee it will make you feel better than any other film that comes out this year. New York Post
4.5
Javed doesnt want to be a doctor or a lawyer, or even an accountant. Hindustan Times
4.0
Its a struggle thats played out to brilliant dramatic effect as Chadha cues up Springsteens Independence Day, which couldnt feel more perfect in that .. Az Central
3.5
The deliberately amateurish style of the musical numbers is supposed to engender spontaneity but too often looks merely cack handed. Nonetheless, you .. Smh
4.5
While nothing that happens is surprising, nearly all of it is performed with soulfulness and conviction and charm. Npr
4.0
We dont need it sugarcoated, and weve never expected or wanted that.
3.1
Newcomer Kalra makes for an engaging protagonist, as believable in his life angst as he is in his Boss worship. Toronto Star
4.0
I wish I could say thats the most risible line in the movie, but it isnt even close. Daily Mail
4.5
That said there isnt a complete confrontation of some of the themes that Chadha sets up. Cinema Crazed
4.5
Advertisement Even if the music isnt a draw for you, the setting should be. Slate
4.0
Rob Brydon drops in for some of the cheesiest comedy numbers: this isnt going to win any prizes for subtlety. Flim List
4.5
Even if youre not a Springsteen fan, youll still find yourself rushing to stream his back catalogue as soon as the end credits roll. Film Inquiry
4.5
Posters of David Beckham in Bend it Like Beckham are exchanged for those of Bruce Springsteen in Gurinder Chadhas Blinded by the Light, a likeable but ..
4.0
Chadhas tone, style and message seem confused and muddled throughout. Susang Ranger
3.8
Its far from subtle, more than a little sudsy, but also pleasingly direct and full of heart. Observer
4.5
His fathers recent job termination and the neighborhood skinheads are a daily reminder of the difficult times hes living in. Flickering Myth
4.0
The movie may blast around 17 Bruce Springsteen songs, but there is a far more universal message here propelling the experience upward into something .. Flickering Myth
5.0
He doesnt care that hes the only one listening to the actual music, he just wants to spread The Boss word. Flickering Myth
4.0
Its a fun, poignant story with an insanely talented cast behind it. Flim Threet
4.5
Springsteens music isnt Javeds gateway to the Sex Pistols, Patti Smith, or Public Enemy; Springsteen, here, represents a rock musician who doesnt scan .. New Yorker
4.5
If you dont get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Time
3.0
The film captures the way music leaps all social and cultural barriers and brings joy to a lonely Anglo Pakistani man in Thatcher era Britain. Boston Herald
3.0
Real world issues of substance and immediacy mesh with musical moments and fantastical comic beats in way thats tonally aggravating. The Film Stage
4.5
I think theres a Springsteen gene that a person either has or they dont have. Uproxx
3.0
The picture is sentimental, implausible and laboured. It is also among the most irresistibly entertaining films of the summer The Irish Times
4.5
The best moments, though, reflect Chadhas strengths as an exuberant storyteller whos unafraid to lean into earnestness. The Atlantic
4.5
On a nuts and bolts level, Blinded by the Light is your serviceable teen comedy. Birth Movies Death
4.0
When we first meet Javed (newcomer Viveik Kalra; winning), hes a dutiful Muslim and a swot. Standard
4.5
It doesnt much matter if youre as into Bruce as Javed is, because this deeply charming musical will make you convert to the church of Springsteen. Pajiba
4.4
It is almost as if the movies more noticeable imperfections only end up making the feature as a whole even more infectiously intoxicating. Movie Freak
2.0
A lesser film would have put more focus on Bruce himself, but Chadha wisely makes Blinded by the Light Javeds story. Detroit News
4.5
Blinded by the Light represents such a sweet, easy to relate to story that it deserves to be seen, at the least, by anyone who has shown a little fait .. Cnn
3.0
While not exactly a musical, it is the music of legendary American singer songwriter Bruce Springsteen that fuels the engine of this endearing British .. Herald Sun
3.0
But as a crowd pleasing, emotionally gripping joyride about the ways in which music can change our lives, its one to see, and more than once. Consequence Of Sound
4.0
A soaring, brilliant success. Chadhas film bursts with life and is propelled by an infectious energy as well as a determination not to overlook the da .. Hey U Guys
3.0
Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha succeeds in achieving that exuberant, ineffable feeling when music can change your life. The Play List
2.0
Much of the film feels like its still trying to figure itself out. Now Toronto
4.5
All in service to what is, at its heart, an incredibly funny and grin inducing piece of cinema. Film Ink
4.0
for those of us old enough to have been a small town older teen at the time, this is a moving and uplifting nostalgia trip Mirror
4.0
Like everyone else who ever put those headphones on, hes never the same again. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.0
But Javed doesnt care about economics, and he certainly cant face a career at the local car plant. Lw Lies
4.5
The overwhelming music certainly captures that giddy, all consuming rush of falling for a new idol who seems, in that moment, to belong exclusively to .. Abc
2.5
Its an enlightening, tragic glimpse of an Australian icon gone too soon. Nz Herald
4.0
And, while Blinded certainly doesnt have Sing Streets polish, it matches it for warmth and charm. Nz Herald
3.0
The film keeps threatening to overcook its fairytale optimism and undercook its characters nourishing reality. But fidelity of time and place just abo .. Ft
3.0
Springsteens rousing anthems are juxtaposed with the drabness of 1980s suburban Britain, and while Chadnas film is a little rough around the edges, it .. Independent Ie
4.0
A knockabout, musically literate yarn with its heart on its sleeve. Stuff
4.4
Its an apt comparison, but Chadha isnt trying to make a forceful polemic. Ar Kansas Online
3.5
That journey is engaging and fulfilling, though, and the way that Javed connects with Springsteen demonstrates how universal these coming of age stori .. Film Racket
4.0
This film wasnt high on my must see in 2019 list. But you know what Its relentless optimism and charming delivery may have given us the Brit flick of .. The Sun
4.5
Nobody wins unless everybody wins, Springsteen likes to say. This little movie is a big winner. Wsj
4.0
Chadha blends laughs with heartache, as teenage angst and cultural divisions are torn down brick by brick, song after song. Matts Movie Reviews
3.0
Like I said, if youre a FAN, youll go with the tramps like us aura. Patriot Ledger
4.3
There arent choreographed breakout sequences like Sing Street, so the energy isnt quite as high or exhilarating, but thats kind of the idea. Film
3.8
Clarence Clemons mournful sax solo is a heartbreakingly effective companion piece to this horrific tableau. Chicago Sun Times
3.0
Im not sure if Blinded by the Light would have the same crossover appeal on its own, but theres no denying the effect Bruce Springsteen can have. Punch Drunk Critics
3.5
Equal parts fantasy musical, somber drama, and uplifting romance, director Gurinder Chadha uses creative filmmaking to explore the yearnings of the hu .. Movie Web
4.0
Blinded by the Light is a feel good crowd pleaser that doesnt shy away from tackling the harsh realities of life. We Live Entertainment
4.0
This movie is as much a story about family, as it is about finding oneself, and thats a great benefit. We Live Entertainment
4.5
What Gurinder Chadha has created is something that serves as an escape from the world to a place where Bruce really is The Boss. We Live Entertainment
3.0
This conflict of balance is what has defined quintessential NRI movies for decades now. Film Companion
3.5
The story shines when it makes observations about the generational gap between immigrant parents and their children. Straits Times
4.5
The Bruce Springsteen universe doesnt have much use for spoiler alerts.) The Ringer
3.0
The pic has a slight plot and is too dramatically empty and cheesy for comfort; but, its a pleasant and harmless filmone that is bearable as a feelgoo .. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.0
If the film doesnt quite do justice to its inspiration, youll at least gain a whole new appreciation for Springsteens dynamic music. One Room With A View
5.0
He doesnt start listening to the tapes until the same night that a storm is occurring. Solzy At The Movies
5.0
The best film of 2019, Blinded by the Light knows exactly what its like, internally and externally, to discover Springsteen; how the music makes one f .. Awards Circuit
3.0
While its far from perfect, on balance, its an inoffensive, feel good and inspirational British dramedy with some charming performances and an emotion .. Bitly
3.0
Yet as with Chadhas Bend It Like Beckham and Bride & Prejudice, theres some appreciably meaty stuff beneath its toe tapping, crowd pleasing surface. Film Avclub
3.0
But Manzoors personal story gets bogged down by a formulaic plot and syrupy sentimentalism. Or Lando Weekly
3.0
I mean, the violent racism is there; the film isnt sugarcoating the Thatcher years for immigrant communities. Alternate Ending
4.0
Overall, I think that Blinded by the Light is going to hit home for so many of us, even being set in the late 80s, and it truly shows the power of mus .. The Mary Sue
2.0
Perhaps whats most noteworthy about the picture is that it interweaves a masters stirring, soul shaking songs, so timeless and inspiring, with stagger .. Fresh Fiction
3.0
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1.5
I mean, what girl wouldnt swoon to You aint a beauty but, hey, youre alright At these moments, Blinded by the Light teeters on the edge of Boss meets .. Original Cin
4.0
The film feels authentic in its depiction both of Javeds family but also the changes that took place after what seems to have been akin to a religious .. The Australian
4.0
Absolutely delightful. This is the definition of the term feel good movie of the summer. Rendy Reviews
4.0
Absolutely delightful. This is the definition of the term feel good movie of the summer. Rendy Reviews
1.5
Yet hes totally ignorant of how liberalism became elitism and the working class got shafted manipulated by politicians and muddled by mainstream media .. National Review
3.5
Blinded By The Light is an authentic look at a teenagers journey of self acceptance. The New Paper
3.0
Instead of using music to help digest its potentially interesting mix of humour and contemporaneously resonant commentary, Blinded By The Light goes t .. Cultured Vultures
2.0
As in Bend it Like Beckham, Chadhas gift for kinetic storytelling reflects the turbulent emotion of the young protagonists. Movie Mom
4.5
Even if youve never enjoyed the music of Bruce Springsteen (I guess there may be a few people out there that feel this way), you will be swept up in t .. Media Mikes
3.0
A feel good film that suggests that some feelings are just universal.
1.5
Even so, its portrait of a bygone era shows it isnt really bygone. Fw Weekly
3.8
Blinded by the Light doesnt so much circumvent those risks; it barrels right through them. Ap News
4.0
Even with those underpinnings, its always buoyant and lively an obvious must for Springsteen fans, but a joy for anyone with a pulse. Tramps like us s .. Columbus Alive
3.8
Like this summers sleeper hit Yesterday, Blinded by the Light serves as another ode to classic rock and all that it represents. Film Frenzy
1.5
The audience cant help but root for him because hes just so sweet. Culture
3.8
In the movie, hes represented by the fictitious Javed (Viveik Kalra). Tulsa World
4.5
The movie is alive with the feeling of being heard for the first time, and of how great music can make the world seem smaller and less foreboding. Am Ny
1.5
The films portrayal of 1980s England through an immigrant lens is a story worth telling, but as anyone who has written bad high school poetry can atte .. Washington City Paper
4.0
Being part of the world when youre not sure how you fit is tremendously difficult; that feeling pours forth from every scene in this film.
4.5
One being that if it doesnt pull you in from the start, I can only imagine that one might see it as a facile attempt to exploit his music. Film Ireland
4.5
However familiar they may be, its in these clashes, when everyone stops fixating on Springsteen, that the film feels most visceral and authentic. Spectator
4.5
In the end, the film doesnt throw a lot of curveballs at the audience, but is just so relatable that its hard to resist. Battleship Pretension
4.5
It feels daring to infuse a John Hughes inspired coming of age story with so much politics but it probably shouldnt. Battleship Pretension
3.0
The film doesnt shy away from the brash reality of how Margaret Thatchers policies hurt the industry during the recession (including Maliks eventual l .. The Only Critic
4.5
This movie is a must see for Springsteen fans. It should give a fresh perspective and appreciation of what Bruce Springsteen has brought to the world .. Kaplan Vs Kaplan
3.8
It contains embarrassing emotional surges and hokey fantasy sequences. Heral
4.5
Where Blinded by the Light departs from its spiritual predecessor is in its story of discovery. Firstpost
4.5
Director Gurinder Chadhas Blinded By The Light has some dubious, obviously contrived moments, but its performances and gloriously Springsteen centric .. Adelaide Review
4.5
Blinded by the Light is an incredibly raw and powerful picture with an inspiring story, outstanding performances, and deeply emotional moments. Battle Royale With Cheese
3.0
Blinded follows a familiar formula, yet doesnt rely on its music to tell its emotional story. The Film Experience
1.5
It feels fake, inauthentic, unoriginal, and doesnt seem to come from a place of sincerity. Screen Zealots
4.5
The movie doesnt entertain cant we all just get along storytelling because that isnt just unrealistic, but dangerously nave. The Spool
5.0
You dont have to like Springsteen to like the film, though hate him or love him, youll probably be singing his lyrics as you leave the theater, glad y .. Aarp
4.4
The film, much like Springsteens voluminous catalogue of music, is tough, sentimental and profoundly human. The Film File
4.5
What the film does so cleverly is use the power of art (in this case music) to remind viewers that old and new roots shape the spirit in unimaginable .. Geeks Of Color
4.5
Kalra is terrific in his role as the introverted, misunderstood son who blossoms under his newfound voice in the form of Springsteens lyrics. FlickDirect
3.5
Not only does Kalra effectively distill Javeds boisterous enthusiasms and crushing disappointments with a great deal of balance, but hes also able to .. The Gate
4.4
The film instead devolves into an empty form of hero worship and sing along, underlined with the cheesy and teary cliches British dramedies seem pecul .. Movie Cricket
4.5
The tone seems muddled the discordant flash mob routines feel like music videos, and when the letters of lyrics whirl around it feels like an antidepr .. At Home In Hollywood
3.0
The movie isnt nostalgia pretending to be social commentary though. Caution Spoilers
4.5
The awkward, gangly nature of the piece is a large part of its charm. Herald Scotland
4.0
Protagonist Javeds journey from repressed Muslim boy to rebellious Springsteen stan doesnt immediately solve all of his problems, and it acknowledges .. Alternative Lens
3.0
Nevertheless, the message that Blinded by the Light conveys is highly positive, even more so in the insecure and dark times we are living today. Enfil Me
3.0
Standing as both a touching coming of age story and a glitzy jukebox musical, writer/director Gurinder Chadha delivers a lively crowd pleaser thats a .. The Jam Report
4.0
Whilst it doesnt always hit the high notes, theres a joyfulness that permeates the movie and delivers a winning feeling. What I Watched Tonight
2.0
Almost giddily cheesy, this feel good crowdpleaser benefits from its patent sincerity and thoughtful cultural angle, even if it is still much too long .. Silver Screen Riot
4.0
Photo Credit: Nick Wall Caption: MEERA GANATRA as Noor in New Line Cinemas inspirational drama BLINDED BY THE LIGHT, a Warner Bros. Jaredmobarak
4.5
Blinded by the Light isnt a simple story of enlightenment by way of Springsteen.
1.3
Perhaps if Yesterday had not preceded the release of Blinded by the Light, my expectations wouldnt have been so high, but this film truly disappoints. Daily Journal
4.0
Although not a musical, Springsteens uplifting anthems allow Blinded by the Light to offer a rare ray of cinematic sunshine. Thanks to Kalras winsome .. Flick Feast
4.0
However, you dont have to be a Springsteen obsessed fan to enjoy the movie, much like you didnt have to be a soccer fan to enjoy Bend it Like Beckham.
3.0
The effectiveness of these sequences varies, sometimes capturing the catharsis of a teenager finally feeling understood, sometimes feeling clumsy and .. Hot Press
3.0
A feel good movie to the beat of The Boss hits that draws from the basic recipe of the realist and well intentioned British comedy. Fotogramas
4.5
Its a smart and sweet little film that will surely warm hearts all over the world. Vanyaland
4.5
Were the ones the mainstream doesnt quite understand; the ones who loved the music when it wasnt quite popular. idobi.com
3.8
Blinded By the Light is one of the most flawed films that still manages to be a great feel good musical. That Shelf
3.5
Despite its flaws there is a soul to Chadhas film that only the coldest of hearts could ignore. The Digital Fix
4.0
And if theres an opportunity for a third movie in a Will Forte awkward Dad trilogy, I cannot wait!) Weekend Warrior Blog Tumbl ..
3.0
In some ways, Chadha manages the miraculous, bringing these disparate elements to a film thats supremely triumphant without losing sight of the greate .. High Def Digest
4.5
Occasionally blinded by its own big heart but is still sweet and affecting. Lagniappe Mobile
4.5
Despite some moments of cloying earnestness that seem like overkill, Blinded by the Light is a pleasant enough throwback voyage of self discovery. Nashville Scene
3.0
Theres a lot to admire about Blinded by the Light its ambition chief among them. Smash Cut Reviews
3.5
It doesnt mean that everything will always work out, as even the script cant work miracles on hard truths, but Blinded does inspire hope. Elements of Madness
4.5
Its a story of self discovery set to the most honest backdrop there is: music. The Daily Times (Tennessee ..
1.5
Sometimes you need a stranger to tell you it aint no sin to be glad youre alive. Wbur
4.4
It certainly helps if youre already a Springsteen fan, but fandom is not a prerequisite. In fact, the film is tailor made to convert the non Springste .. Wtop
4.0
Theres a truth and a cultural specificity to everything that happens here, which allows it to be optimistic to a fault without ever slipping into sacc .. VultureHound
2.0
Most powerfully, Blinded is a story of the universally relatable divide that comes between fathers and sons as the younger generation learns to stand .. Pasadena Weekly
4.5
Today, the U.S. faces renewed divisiveness and hate as it grapples with issues of immigration, racism, nationalism, and xenophobia. With this in mind, .. Womens Voices For Change
4.4
A funny and nostalgic coming of age story about the universal language of music and its power to inspire.
3.1
Its just that his brand of earnest, angsty, Rust Belt rock doesnt move me. Baltimore Magazine
2.5
While Blinded by the Light did not bring me joy, theres a good chance it may for others less jaded. Newshub (NZ)
2.0
Inspiring Not to me. Lamentably, this bland exercise, cooked with euphoric floridness, never goes deeper than the surface. Always Good Movies
4.5
Simple and charming, the film is a charismatic entry into the feel good genre. Butaca Ancha
4.5
Save for Atwell, theres not one familiar face in the cast, but that doesnt stop them from making a great impression. CultureMap
4.5
Everything thats good in Britain is better in America, Javed responds. Stabroek News
3.0
An anger inducing social commentary and likeable lead cant save the awkwardness and tedium of this little musical number. Flavourmag
4.0
LESSON #2: FIND MUSIC THAT TALKS TO YOU Javed reaches many levels of affirmation in Bruce Springsteens music. Every Movie Hasalesson
3.0
Its happy wrap up is also no surprise, even if, in her sunny way, Chadha doesnt sugar coat the confining reality of self imposed limitations.
4.5
Musically, Blinded By The Light doesnt go full bore into Springsteens catalog in the same way as recent musical films Rocketman with Elton John or Boh ..
4.5
I had heard good things about The Mustang and it was the final film at The Grand Theater but I was worried it looked dry and boring.Fortunately it was .. rachelsreviews.net
2.5
What promised to be an entertainingly charming film turned out to be nothing more than a dull homage to The Boss. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
2.5
The opening hours liberated charm is sadly abandoned in an overly serious second half, during which the incorporation of Springsteen songs and lyrics .. Asheville Movies
4.5
Of course, Springsteens music isnt just anthems about fast cars and escape. Newport This Week
2.0
Director Gurinder Chadhas Blinded by the Light isnt particularly well made from a filmmaking standpoint. The Filtered Lens
4.5
Yes, this is a message movie about following your heart, never giving up, and just how transformative art can be to the individual consumer, but its a .. This is Film
4.0
The film doesnt tiptoe around its infatuation Springsteen is named and heard, as the brightest tracks from his back catalogue are played without filte .. Culture Whisper
4.5
The direction by Gurinder Chadha finds a perfect balance between optimism and sensibility.
4.0
A celebration of how music can mean so much, especially when it hits you at a vulnerable time in your life. Houston Chronicle
2.0
Blinded by the Light is a valentine to Bruce Springsteen and his music. But its a whole lot more.
3.8
Javeds not even a dreamer, because hes too mired in the white noise of teenage confusion to decide on a specific aspiration, other than wonder about l .. Phoenix Film Festival
4.5
Blinded by the Light is an enjoyable movie, although at times his single minded focus on Springsteen he even starts dressing like his idol rather than .. J Post
4.0
Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha isnt mining new territory here, and thats for the best. Dear Cast and Crew
4.5
It shouldnt be relevant today, but upsettingly, after Windrush, it doesnt feel completely consigned to history. Big Issue
4.5
Chadha, best known for her feverishly enjoyable soccer gals movie, Bend it Like Beckham (2002), and the charming Jane Austen musical update Bride and .. Truth Dig
4.5
While Springsteen takes the American dream and helps everyone navigate through its dismantling, Gurinder Chadha packs it all up with Blinded by the Li .. Vaguev Is Ages
3.5
Even when you can clearly see the mechanics working, theres an infectious joy in its story about following your heart, and not wasting your chance or .. Rochester City Newspaper
1.5
Yes, it has a fine multi racial cast, but its too long by at least 20 minutes, and after a while even The Bosss music becomes way too much of a good t .. Malibu Times
4.5
The movie doesnt hide its politicsthough theres no reason it should, Springsteen never has. KMUW - Wichita Public Radi ..
4.0
Like Beckham, its a similarly upbeat coming of age story about a kid who doesnt quite fit in pushing back against the expectation of his immigrant par .. The New Daily (Australia)
4.5
In Blinded By The Light, which is a tribute to both teen age determination and Bruce Springsteen, Javed discovers music that alters his sense of self, .. Niagara Gazette
4.5
Yes, theres joy here, and a host of minor comic characters to colour Kalras sweet natured performance as Javed. The Monthly
3.8
It... takes awhile to adjust to Prozac ed presentation of Springsteen songs, stripped of their melancholy and turned into up tempo dance numbers, but .. Philadelphia Inquirer
1.5
Why its prime viewing: Who doesnt love singing along with The Boss This film is so good hearted that its hard to fault it. Their Own League
4.0
What the film has, which makes it so brilliant and transcends the tropes it favours, is its heart. cultbox
4.5
If you still believe that music can bring the world together, you just might get swept up by its enthusiasm.
3.5
The fascist National Front has made swastikas and Heil Hitler salutes fashionable again, as well as bashing Pakis (i.e., Pakistani immigrants) and tel .. Splice Today
1.5
Meanwhile, in scenes which sadly feel relevant today, theres a rise in xenophobia courtesy of the fascist far right National Front skinheads. HeadStuff
3.5
Unabashedly cheesy and a charming coming of age tale featuring a breakthrough performance by its lead, Blinded by the Light sticks to convention, whil .. The Reel Roundup
4.5
Nick Wall/Warner Bros. Javed is a gifted writer, but thats a craft that doesnt fit into his fathers plan.
4.0
The other is Springsteens music and, while the mix with the drama isnt always wholly successful, theres absolutely no denying the energy often of the .. The People's Movies
4.5
Springsteen devotees will lap it up, as will anyone whos ever inserted a pair of ear buds and pressed play during a private moment of despair. Billboard
4.5
Chadha makes every scene sing with her tender touches the gentleness of adulation and the heartfelt intensity of a fan who owes the world to her favou ..
3.8
He doesnt take a stand but lets the battles wage on with a realistic flow.



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