Crown Heights

  • 2017


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77 % Certified Fresh
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Positive Reviews 45
Negative reviews 9
Average Rating 3.4/5
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1.5
Both strands of this story are about ordinary people doing extraordinary things, but only Kings portion, which is better defined and more structured t .. Indie Wire
2.2
Despite the efforts of its cast, Crown Heights is too crammed and hectic to convey the immensity of the systemic evils that run through its ruptured h .. Indie Wire
3.0
Nevertheless, strong central performances make this harrowing chronicle a gripping tale. Austin Chronicle
4.5
Nevertheless, strong central performances make this harrowing chronicle a gripping tale. Austin Chronicle
2.5
Its competently shot and the narrative is compellingly stitched together. Collider
4.0
Crown Heights recognizes the magnitude of that sacrifice intellectually, but cinematically it never quite gets its arms around it. Vulture
3.8
Crown Heights is a pretty good movie about a great subject: the sheer backbreaking labor necessary to force the system to even acknowledge a terrible .. Rogerebert
3.1
The movie has a muted tone that tamps down emotions, and the acting is intentionally low key throughout. Philly
3.5
Crown Heights sometimes comes off like a TV docu drama, but a particularly solid one. One Guys Opinion
2.5
As Colin Warner, Lakeith Stanfield provides Crown Heights with some vivid highlights. Village Voice
3.5
But what it does very well, is never let go of the outrage the viewer should have of how the justice system doesnt really work how the sleazeball cops .. Sover
2.0
This indie drama tells the grippingand all too commonstory of an innocent man incarcerated for decades. Chicago Reader
1.9
The movie feels like the first draft of a story, waiting for the substance, context, and insight to be added as the writing process progresses. Mark Reviews Movies
3.5
A diet of nothing but films like this would be exhausting and demoralizing, but the occasional emotionally rousing docudrama is good for the soul. Eric Ds Nider
4.5
Its not hard to see why.Its a rousing, inspiring story that feels honestly triumphant without the attendant manipulation that these films often bring .. Decider
2.0
Theres no faulting the film for cultural relevance, but it never effectively channels legitimate outrage into effective drama. The Wrap
3.0
Its an earnest rather then energetic retelling but Stanfields stare is indelible. The Guardian
2.5
While its intentions are admirable, Crown Heights is less a fully fleshed narrative than it is an outrage generator, railing against the soft target o .. Az Central
4.5
In those films, the lapses into sincere sentimentality felt cloying and completely at odds with the joyous infantile humour. Film Inquiry
3.0
Shockingly, the film also rarely draws attention to race relations or stirs the pot; its strictly about the flawed justice system. Flickering Myth
3.5
Crown Heights is based on an actual crime and genuinely appalling miscarriage of justice. Flim Threet
2.0
Based on a true story, Crown Heights resembles any number of wrong man dramas, such as Alfred Hitchcocks 1956 classic The Wrong Man, with Henry Fonda, .. Boston Herald
2.5
It suggests a human interest story where all the humanity has been gutted in favor of deadening narrative efficiency. Slant Magazine
3.8
Its a procedural whose central protagonist remains necessarily passive and something of a cipher, despite the wellsprings of emotion that Stanfield ma .. Washington Post
4.0
Like its protagonist, sensitively and shrewdly played by Lakeith Stanfield, the film is soft spoken and thoughtful, with sweet, lyrical touches that a .. The New York Times
3.2
Ruskin leans on his lead to deliver the emotional resonance this subject matter deserves. The Film Stage
3.8
When the actors get their chances, Crown Heights rises above the routine. Chicago Tribune
3.1
The film combines elements of crime drama, prison drama, and courtroom drama, without any one of them overwhelming the others. Boston Globe
2.5
This egregious case of injustice...is an important story to tell, but although Ruskin attempts moments of poetry, he succeeds with the procedural more .. Reeling Reviews
3.0
But the script offers no kind of human edge to animate the character, leaving Asomugha in a tough spot waiting for the story to pick up when KC finall .. Hollywood Reporter
4.0
The frankness of Crown Heights is passionate and persuasive, even if the narrative often comes off hurriedly compressed. Birth Movies Death
5.0
Crown Heights has also been fortunate that the power of its narrative attracted committed actors who effectively convey its essence. Los Angeles Times
3.2
Its the kind of movie that could easily lend itself to over the top dramatics. Detroit News
3.5
Crown Heights doesnt break much new ground, and it takes a while to find its footing, but thanks to strong, unshowy performances from Lakeith Stanfiel .. Variety
2.5
As an effective drama, however, the film is frustrating in its unwillingness to engage with its characters beyond its broader strokes. Consequence Of Sound
4.0
Ruskin does an amazing job of pulling truly moving performances from his actors and telling the stories of these three heroes in beautiful, well paced .. Hey U Guys
2.8
Crown Heights has good intentions and it might dramatize this abuse of power and the grave carriage of injustice of this story, but its never quite as .. The Play List
1.5
The best storytelling accesses the universal through the personal and director Matt Ruskins depersonalized approach to this story means he cant do it .. The Stranger
3.5
SIFF Review: Crown Heights Is a Powerful Bio Drama That Examines the True Story of a Wrongful Conviction by Daudi Abe May 31, 2017 at 4:15 pm Based on .. The Stranger
3.2
Ruskins camera lingers on Stanfields face in close ups.The actor is terrific in conveying emotion. Patriot Ledger
1.0
Thus begins a decades long ordeal, with Warner in prison for a crime he did not commit. Sltrib
3.0
Its Stanfields moment to shine, and the soulful, bittersweet performance he gives is the highlight in a frustratingly thin film that never rises up to .. Punch Drunk Critics
2.0
Lakeith Stanfield has been inching his way toward stardom with memorable work in Short Term 12, Snowden, and Miles Ahead.Crown Heights affords him mor .. Sandiego Reader
3.5
Crown Heights is deserving of a solid audience and is now available with streaming. Shockya
4.0
There are critical social issues ingrained in this film, but at its core this is an inspiring story about love, integrity and the resilience of the hu .. Solzy At The Movies
5.0
37 Shares There are many reasons to go see Crown Heights, but heres a big one: it feels especially rewarding to experience such an emotionally resonan .. Black Girl Nerds
3.0
Crown Heights indicates a cinematic detente with social justice warrior moralism. National Review
2.5
Yet the film, full of good intentions and compelling performers, fails to find a dramatic structure for its considerable timespan. Ap News
3.8
It simply allows things to be.The heart of the movie comes from Stanfield, aging 20 years, and using his powerful eyes to express the sheer, hopeless .. Sf Examiner
3.8
Crown Heights is a challenging film with long treks between uplifting moments. Sf Chronicle
3.1
This is not to imply, however, that it is a masterpiece of cinema. Am Ny
4.0
Crown Heights succeeds in depicting the humanity of players on every side of the law through a top notch cast of actors. Washington City Paper
3.8
Crown Heights may wear its heart on its sleeve, but its a good heart, and well worth loving. Film Festival Today
5.0
Despite all that, Crown Heights is ultimately a story about incredible courage and hope. Seattle Times
3.5
Instead, the feeling between Colin and Antoinette is folded into the brisk storytelling flow. Seattle Weekly
4.5
That willingness to risk everything to prove innocence is thoroughly compelling. Dwight Brown Ink
5.0
A sobering indictment of the legal system thatll leave you wondering how many other Colin Warners might be incarcerated by a heartless prison industri .. Baret News Wire
4.0
For a story engineered with such subtlety, reigned by a quiet and thoughtful performance from Lakeith Stanfield, Crown Heights is incredibly forceful .. Shadow And Act
3.0
Crown Heights is straightforward to a fault and doesnt bring much thats new to the telling of this particular story, but the familiar tropes are well .. The Arts St L
4.0
It wont get as much fanfare as Moonlight, but it needs to be seen. The Culture Trip
5.0
A story that is as heartbreaking as it is inspiring, Crown Heights is an especially poignant film in todays times that succeeds in illuminating a pers .. Hello Beautiful



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