Gloria

  • 2013


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Positive Reviews 111
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Average Rating 4.0/5
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3.8
Its utterly realistic about the challenges of looking for love in an age group consisting almost entirely of people whove failed, in one form or anoth .. Av Club
4.5
Garcias droopy face, riddled with far more nuance than anything Gloria says, defines the movies fascinating trajectory. Indie Wire
4.0
Sebastin Lelios fine film boasts subtly nuanced, plausible performances, none more so than Paulina Garca as the strong willed, fun loving but sometime .. Time Out
4.5
A delightfully astute and compassionate delve into the life of a 58 year old divorcee looking for company, romance and perhaps even love. Screen Daily
4.5
Its rife with disappointment and humiliation. But bleakness does not preclude buoyancy. It still manages to leave you with the urge to dance. Vulture
4.5
As deeply felt as Gloria is, Gloria ultimately doesnt have much of a framework to support Garcas deeply sympathetic performance. ( Paste Magazine
4.0
The movies a toast to its subject, a boogie in her honour, and takes her side through thick and thin. Its hard to resist. And why would you want to Telegraph
3.8
Gloria is a character portrait of a lusty, fun loving woman in her late 50s. San Francisco Chronicle
3.8
Whether you appreciate Gloria as a portrait of a vital woman, muddling through lifes middle chapters, or as an allegory of Chilean resilience, the mes .. The Globe And Mail
4.4
Gloria, spare and keenly observed, plays like a short story there is no sweeping narrative arc, no momentous triumph or calamity. Philly
5.0
Gloria is a superb film about the important role of emotional intelligence in mature intimate relationships. Spirituality And Practice
4.5
I overheard someone call it a midlife crisis drama. The comment was clueless for lots of reasons, most notably because theres no crisis in Gloria at a .. Village Voice
3.8
A casual atmosphere that sneaks up on the viewer, and the reward for such patience is the opportunity to spy a seasoned character realized onscreen wi .. Blu Ray
4.4
Obviously, this is a one woman show, and an extraordinary part for an actress, and Paulina Garca fulfills it 100%. Combust Ible Celluloid
4.5
This is a driven, indelible character like the women Gena Rowlands played for John Cassavetes and you fear her going over the edge not least because y .. Chicago Reader
3.0
The spice is provided largely by Garcas performance: Shes not only the center of the movie, shes literally never off camera, and she holds our attenti .. News Review
4.0
Chilean actor Paulina Garca deservedly won a Best Actress award at this years Berlin Festival for her exuberant, warm hearted performance as Gloria, a .. Independent
4.5
Sebastin Lelios melodrama about a womans determined search for love and meaning is hilarious and disquieting, sometimes within the same moment. Pop Matters
4.0
A warm hearted, emotionally engaging Chilean comedy drama slash character study with a sharply observed script and a terrific central performance from .. View London
5.0
RATING R (nudity, profanity, sexuality) CAST Paulina Garcia, Sergio Hernndez LENGTH 1:50 BOTTOM LINE Marvelously feel good movie with bite about a wom .. News Day
3.5
She has an emotional generosity, an essential amplitude of spirit. Cs Monitor
4.0
Audiences intuitively search for someone to root for in a film, and Garcas Gloria, whos in practically every frame of the movie, fits that bill perfec .. Az Central
4.4
Gloria, a charmer from Chile, is a character portrait of a woman the movies rarely notice: Divorced, hovering around 60, not especially interested in .. Boston
3.5
For each person who sees Gloria as someone elses mother or co worker, shes quietly determined to be the centre of her own imperfect world. Smh
4.0
Garcias performance is wonderful. The more we watch her, the more beautiful her character becomes. Smh
4.0
Yet theres something troubling and unsettling beneath the surface, a sense of things at stake. Smh
4.5
Look again: No, hes not a serial killer, but hes all kinds of trouble. Npr
4.0
A gentle, plaintive character study elevated by a glowing central performance. Flim List
4.0
Dominated by the sexual complexity of the indomitable title character, its intriguing and should be particularly appealing to a middle aged, female au .. Susang Ranger
4.0
Shot in widescreen, featuring luscious camerawork by Benjamn Echazarreta, Gloria doesnt look much like a piece of dirty realism. The Irish Times
4.2
As endlessly watched as she is in this film, Gloria is an endlessly watchable creation a wonderful example of an actress melting into a role, and a co .. Blogs Indie Wire
3.0
The movie sometimes plays like a portrait of crushing loneliness, but its equally possible to see it as an ode to positivity, to moving forward despit .. Las Vegas Weekly
4.0
Sticking tightly to its heroines everyday routines and rituals, this deft blend of humour and pathos fully earns its defiantly upbeat dance floor deno .. Total Film
4.0
Lelios film isnt like other films.. Gloria is the portrait Lucian Freud forgot to paint and probably wont be in cinemas for long. Standard
4.5
Gloria is that rare work, a truly adult film. By its end, you want to cheer the simple act of living. Detroit News
3.8
To look into Garcas face is to see the movie, a loving character study, in miniature at any moment: Gloria refuses to be your stereotype or a writers .. Groucho Reviews
4.2
The script certainly couldnt give more of itself to its leading lady, and Chilean TV star Garcia accepts with a wondrous star turn that makes plain Gl .. Hit Fix
1.5
And perhaps Rodolfo doesnt want his daughters or his former spouse to let go. Movie Habit
4.4
Award winning performance and strong emotional arc make for a compelling love story Movie Habit
3.8
But director and co writer Sebastin Lelio isnt serving up a portrait of middle aged misery here: Gloria can take care of herself, thank you very much. Oregon Live
4.0
A smart, sensitive and bitterly funny romantic comedy, elegantly played out against the backdrop of a county whose political scars are still very much .. Cine Vue
3.5
The movie lives or dies by Paulina Garcias performance, and shes terrific. You Tube
3.0
This is what getting old is all about. GLORIA is nicely acted, nicely shot, its just a teeny bit dull. Abc
5.0
Leilos outstanding direction and thoughtfully written screenplay, matched with Garcias committed performance, make Gloria one deceptively effortless, .. Flicks
3.8
Director Sebastian Lelio cant quite leave well enough alone, though. Red Eye Chicago
4.4
Gloria is a character study, one thats pitiful in the compassionate sense of the word. Stl Today
5.0
Theres a bigness of reach and vision throughout this movie, even when distilling itself, more than once, to a single shot of a single woman in the lon .. Ft
4.0
Even though shes had a rocky romantic life, shes still hopeful about love and maintains a youthful silly streak. Contact Music
4.0
Girl power maybe, but a self determination lacking crass shouting and attention seeking. The Arts Desk
3.5
But thats the point of co writer director Sebastian Lelois unblinking profile of a divorced empty nester unafraid to go looking for love in Santiagos .. Patriot Ledger
3.5
Insofar as Garcas is clearly one of the best performances to reveal itself in U.S. theaters in the last couple of years, thats enough to make Gloria e .. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.8
An engaging character study that taps into feelings that are very difficult to put into words The Film Pie
4.9
Regardless of whether shes likable, unlikable or somewhere in between, shes a very interesting and intelligent woman. Nyc Movie Guru
3.5
But shes supremely balanced and self contained, and takes problems in confident stride. The Dissolve
4.5
Besides, theres that torso flattering corset he wears, though it doesnt seem to bother Gloria, who twice in the film yanks it off with gusto: if roman .. Film Comment
4.5
The Chilean directors fourth feature isnt some simplistic tale of uplift but one that honestly depicts someone who is taking emotional risks, having f .. Film Comment
4.0
What could in less capable hands so easily have been mishandled, lapsing either into patronising comedy or sappy sentimentality, is accorded generous .. Sbs
3.8
Sebastian Lelio delivers a tour de force that embraces the notion that we never stop seeking love and companionship. Under The Radar Mag
3.5
Ive read vastly different, often diametrically opposed ideas about Gloria. Movie Mezzanine
4.5
Equal parts warm and wise, Gloria is an invigorating story of female agency that will have you rooting for its leading lady from start to finish. Film 4
4.5
Another pleasure is rediscovering, in case youd forgotten, how kids think. Wsj
4.0
When we do, theyre generally frothy, fantasyland rom coms where everybody is rich.) Seven Day Svt
4.5
The films pulse comes in many ways from Garcas brave and beautiful central performance. Bfi
4.0
Subtle, quiet, delicate and unpretentious, Gloria is among the most satisfying films I have seen in years. The Australian
4.0
Her one extravagantly triumphant act is as ridiculous as it is inspirational.) New States Man
4.5
Umberto Tozzis Italian pop song, Gloria packs a fine wallop at just the right moment. New City Film
4.5
The sex scenes arent graphic and explicit, but theyre more raw than vaseline focused romance. Trespass Mag
3.8
Its a warm, earnest and lively movie, anchored by a superb lead performance. Columbus Alive
4.5
Lelios non restrictively comedic scenario, scripted by him and Gonzalo Maza, makes a great space for Garcas wholesale refusal of self pity. Sf Weekly
2.0
Instead of self consciousness and shyness, theres genuine heat here, which the inevitable insufferable is certain to geld. Metro Active
3.8
The movie lets you make up your own mind about this vivacious woman, who is doing her best not to surrender to her inner loneliness. Miami
4.5
A triumph of quiet beauty and subtle storytelling that, if you like that sort of thing, will haunt you for days. Willamette Week
3.8
This is not a film about narrative sweep, but about the slow, steady business of reclaiming ones soul. Metro Times
4.0
This burnished gem from Chile is a rich and poetic character study of a woman on the look out for love. Little White Lies
3.5
The film, which has become a festival favorite, doesnt follow a formulaic Hollywood trajectory but prefers to stick closer to real life. Ut Sandiego
4.0
Gloria is a thought provoking and immensely satisfying piece of filmmaking. Hey U Guys
3.5
Yet, spinning on the carousel of loves arrival is a trolley full of old baggage. O Canada
4.0
And if you dont Youll be forever parked inside a garage with the handbrake rusted on. Birmingham Mail
3.8
And hes smart enough to know that cutting ties with the past isnt necessarily the wisest or the most responsible thing to do. Looking Closer
3.5
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4.5
Later at the hairdresser, Lelio uses a snippet from Mahlers Adagietto, deliberately recalling Death in Venice not because hes suggesting Glorias fate .. Google
4.2
Lelios feat is that hes made a slice of life thats a piece of cake, too. Oc Register
4.0
And shes willing to continuously take leaps of faith knowing they might not work out. Jaredmobarak
4.4
The movie insists on the value of the everyday. Glorias heroism is her dignity, her intelligence, her perseverance. Commercial Appeal (Memphis ..
3.0
Like a college coed, shes allowed to have casual affairs, if thats her want. Arts Fuse
4.4
The film belongs to Garcia, who is in literally every shot. Wafting over Garcias face at different moments are contentment, frustration, loneliness, d .. Sun Times
4.0
In a wonderful twist, its Adolfo whos self conscious; hes the one whos wearing a girdle. Womens Voices For Change
4.5
Lelio fulfills its purpose after making his protagonist fight and then rewarding her with the contradiction of her desire for a great escape. Butaca Ancha
3.8
The overall effect is to slowly create a wonderfully three dimensional character, lovingly shaded and detailed. National Post
4.2
Brilliantly brought to life by actress Paulina Garca, Gloria is not afraid to put herself out there at a Santiago dance club for over 50s, where she d .. News Observer
4.5
You cant help but like Gloria. Her life isnt easy, but you dont feel sorry for her. Entertainment Sltrib
4.5
What truly makes the film riveting is Paulina Garcas performance as the title character and she appears in nearly every shot. With a wide, truly conta .. The Lmagazine
4.0
Glorias new lover is smothered by pathetic daughters, our heroine hobbled by an over functional family life and, perhaps, a thirst for irrationality t .. The Guardian
4.0
They cant quite abandon it; perhaps all of Chiles Pinochet generation feels like this in other ways. The Guardian
3.0
Although this Chilean films narrative ambitions are modest, Gloria is a likable movie thats anchored by an outstanding performance by Paulina Garca. Ausin Chronicle
5.0
Gloria, Gloria hallelujah! Your truth has marched its way into my heart. Rogerebert
4.5
With its compelling and original approach to its romance narrative, coupled with Paulina Garcas nuanced and intuitive performance, the film delicately .. Slant Magazine
4.5
And yet theres no hint whatsoever of gender politics in this delightful film: this is simply a glorious heh character portrait of a vibrant person who .. FlickFilosopher
4.5
She sets the tone for a gently humorous melodrama thats refreshingly grownup, which is a rare thing. The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Heartbreaking, unvarnished and thoughtful, Gloria is the story of a woman looking for the best that life can bring her. Youll be rooting for her to fi .. Splice Today
3.8
Chilean director Sebastin Lelio stalks his heroine around Santiago with the enthusiasm of a man whos discovered a new wildlife species in remote Madag .. New York Post
4.5
At times, it shows some affinity with Enough Said, Nicole Holofceners poignant comedy about a mixed up midlife love affair. The New York Times
4.5
It doesnt take long to get a sense of Gloria and what shes up against. Los Angeles Times
4.5
Excellently acted, beautifully shot and deliberately paced to nail biting perfection, Blue Ruin takes a deserved place in the pantheon of no holds bar .. Staci Wilson Live Journal
3.2
The reason to see Gloria is to appreciate the fine performance by Paulina Garcia. Reeling Reviews
4.5
We are with Gloria throughout the film, in every scene, as if we are her guardian angels.
3.8
The leads give subtle, poignant performances that stick with you. Explore Entertainment
4.4
She keeps busy with dancing, yoga, self improvement classes and other social activities. The Star
3.8
For the most part, Gloria is a day brightener of a character study about finding someone new and making the same old mistakes. The Washington Post
3.1
Its clear, too, that Don Jon suffers from a second half that just isnt as tightly plotted as the opening half hour (ie its kind of aimless), which ult .. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
The mesmerising Garca and sensitive direction by Lelio light up this delicate yet spiky drama. Terrific stuff from both Chileans. Empire
4.5
Seeing Gloria makes you realize its possible to portray middle aged romance, and sex, without resorting to goofy caricature. Ma Cleans
4.5
Review by Louise Keller: A knock out performance from Paulina Garca as Gloria anchors this insightful portrait of a life loving woman searching for fu .. Urban Cine File



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