Emancipation

  • 2022


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Positive Reviews 14
Negative reviews 1
Average Rating 3.2/5

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Their stories lack an easily digestible arc of triumph over hardship. Andscape
3.5
But theres a simpler explanation for the films unpopularity: its pretty bad.
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Smith delivers a powerhouse emotional performance, pushing the limits of his characters mental state.
3.5
This drama has good intentions in wanting to portray the realities of slavery, but those intentions are overwhelmed by the sheer amount of graphic vio .. Common Sense Media
3.0
However, predictable crocodile attacks, old fashioned Southern prejudice, and disease ridden waters take their toll. We Got This Covered
3.5
More than a piece of history, shot in black and white, this film works as a thriller, which is also Fuquas forte.
3.0
Will Smith is persona non grata in Hollywood because he attacked Chris Rock at the Academy Awards earlier this year. Does that have anything to do wit .. Lariat
3.5
While the facts of the story and bold filmmaking style lend narrative weight, it strangely tips the film in the direction of Grand Guignol horror. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
Emancipation strives to be the strong surprise of the year but doesnt fully come together. Smith Excellent might even be his best performance! Powerfu .. You Tube
3.0
But hunting Peter is Ben Fosters sadistic guard, and thats assuming the gators dont get him first. Independent Ie
3.0
It also doesnt help that you cant watch Smith no matter how much blood and mud hes caked in without recalling his sucker slapping Chris Rock at this y .. Patriot Ledger
3.0
Its release was overshadowed by that Oscars slap , and thats a shame. Those who fixated on the buzz rather than on the film missed out on a terrific a .. No La
3.0
Will Smith gives Whipped Peter dignity in Emancipation in a flick focusing more on freedom from captivity mentally, physically and emotionally. Wp Me
3.5
Its a trial to sit through, and feels like a Will Smith ego project gone awry. Screen Zealots
3.0
Its an action thriller more than anything else, which doesnt work much for me. idobi.com
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But thats the thing hereall too frequently we get didacticism instead of dialogue.
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But instead, Smiths quiet acting job doesnt belie anything under the movies surface. Cbc
1.5
The first is a truncated escape picture structured like a particularly unimaginative prison break exercise. Looper
4.5
This is a solidly decent film made with a brutally honest grimness, with strong performances and a highly stylised approach from Fuqua. The Canberra Times (Austra ..



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