Emergency

  • 2022


MOVIE IS positive sociological impressive hilarious engaging
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94 % Fresh
$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 31
Negative reviews 7
Average Rating 3.7/5
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3.5
Veering away from the three main characters doesnt always work in its favor, but its still a strong sociological statement as well as a college buddy .. Director's Club
4.5
Dont be afraid of the issues, because it handles everything in such a smart, satisfying way. WXIX-TV (Cincinnati, OH)
4.5
This funny, touching dramedy begins confidently with some big laughs before veering cannily into a commentary on race and identity while still maintai .. Common Sense Media
2.0
Emergency is ambitious and daring in what its trying to say and do, but a mishandling of pacing, serious issues, and pseudo parody hurt what is a trul .. Collider
1.5
The optics are terrible and the best case scenario doesnt look very good. ReelViews
2.0
I cannot quite figure out if this is a comedic drama or dramatic comedy but I guess it matters not.
4.5
In the films climax, Williams assumes Kunles perspective for a gut punch, slow motion shattering of innocence. The Guardian
1.5
This time around, Williams puts up a more consistently engaging effort, but one that still relies on contrivances and heavy handed execution. Eye For Film
1.5
Sean, whose life the film suggests has been mired in harsh experiences, isnt as easily lulled. Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Where did he come from If this isnt a talent to watch, I dont know who is. Pajiba
4.5
What Emergency pursues within its college comedy meets thriller structure is a treatise on respectability and intercultural discomforts as well as a s .. Los Angeles Times
4.4
Whats most startling is that all of this insanity isnt nearly as outlandish as by it all rights it should be. Movie Freak
4.0
Director Carey Williams is a gifted multitasker. Emergency never loses the flavour of comedy; it can also be deeply astringent. Ft
4.5
However, despite seemingly having prepared for everything, it doesnt take long for their evening to go awry. Stuff
4.5
Their roommate, Carlos (Sebastian Chacon), doesnt know who she is or how she got there. Ar Kansas Online
2.0
But after nearly two hours of interviews and footage, it does leave non fans like me wondering if, even after 35 years of success, theres enough rockn .. The Sun
4.5
But those of us who are looking for an incredibly well made film that defies expectation and delivers an experience that hits on every emotional and i .. We Live Entertainment
4.0
The best of intentions dont mean anything when you dont even have the space to verbalise a defense for yourself. Cultured Vultures
4.5
We need less mouth moving and more positive reinforcing action taking place sooner than later. Wp Me
4.5
But Sean highlights what the problem is: They dont like telling us what to do, even if the word is disrespectful. The Hindu
4.5
Their other roommate, Carlos (Sebastian Chacon) doesnt know anything about her either, despite having been home all day. Parent Previews
4.5
I highly recommend the film but cant really call it entertainment. Kpbs
1.5
Until recently, VRs steady advance in Park City didnt completely subjugate experimental cinema. Cinema Scope
4.5
Perhaps youre thinking that this doesnt sound like a very comical situation. Looking Closer
3.0
Emergency means to be topical, but it cant escape what it tries to avoid most: familiar irrelevancy. Worldo Free L
4.5
The films intent of satirising a society that simply wont get over its racial bias reminds one of Spike Lees oeuvre, besides efforts as Reginald Hudli .. MSN
3.5
Sean doesnt want Carlos ruining their night with his uncool fanny pack and unhealthy granola bar obsession, so he isnt given any passes. Ready Steady Cut
3.5
If you go in expecting a Hangover style comedy, you might find the seriousness of Act 3 jarring. However, if you go in ready for tonal shifts, you mig .. Wtop
3.0
Theres a feverish anticipation of whos going to crack first under the delicate circumstances, but all ended up lukewarm, with limited novelty. Always Good Movies
3.8
Comedy/Drama/Thriller that subverts the debauched college campus comedy by looking at it through a racially conscious lens. Sound Cloud
4.5
The tension filled story is told well through an impressive sense of timing. The AU Review
3.5
The luxury and privilege of making a simple 9 1 1 call doesnt exist for our characters, and its just one of many stressful moments they have to face. Next Best Picture
4.5
The central conceit which I wont spoil here is treated matter of factly, which is itself the shocking thing. Film Mafia
4.0
Emergency that from the society. Director Carey Williams, with the script of K.D. Dvila, show it to us in a way as raw as cutting, and at the same tim ..
4.5
While he wants to help, Sean insists that it doesnt matter that theyve done nothing wrong, only that they are Black and she is white and he doesnt wan .. Matt Pais
4.5
Its comedy will make you laugh out loud while its commentary is tackles depressing truths.
4.5
I think its a really strong film. Its kind of hilarious watching a movie where a passed out girl is treated like shes a suitcase with a nuclear bomb. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
4.5
Davila gets close enough to success to lift Emergency out of the crowded college gag reel genre.



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