Sergio

  • 2020


MOVIE IS courageous inspirational distracting interesting affectionate
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Positive Reviews 21
Negative reviews 22
Average Rating 2.6/5
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3.8
Its an acting dream part and Mouras more than up to the challenge. Rogerebert
3.0
Even Moura and de Armas sizzling chemistry presents its own problems to an already hobbled feature; why, after all, is this biopic about an exceptiona .. Indie Wire
1.5
In its unnecessary length and sentimental emphasis on the mans romantic life, Sergio more often, intentionally and otherwise, evokes the interminable .. Variety
3.0
In Barkers second attempt to celebrate the life of Srgio, its the heart that wins out in the end. The Guardian
4.5
An engrossing picture even for those who know next to nothing about its subject or settings. The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
This admiring yet sluggish movie mostly drowns its political revelations in sticky sentiment. The New York Times
1.5
The Longest Wars stark, clear eyed accounting of folly and chaos is disheartening.
3.0
Uneven yet sincere in its execution, Sergio combines simplified political melodrama with a tragic love story powered by its leads performances. Screen Rant
4.5
A worthy, inspirational film that celebrates the kind of heroism that is saving lives around the world right now. You Tube
3.5
Barkers dips into hagiography and romantic sentiment dont deter his goal to dig deeper into the psyche of this troubleshooting martyr for world peace. Rolling Stone
4.5
The film is skilfully edited by Claudia Castello to tell the story in a fragmented way that builds gripping momentum and highlights deeper issues. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
But Barker and screenwriter Craig Bortens (Dallas Buyers Club) final portrait is ultimately muted, affectionate but lacking spirit and intensity. Decider
4.5
When Sergio eyes the U.N. headquarters in Baghdad and says it doesnt look welcoming, Gil snaps, This is Baghdad, Sergio, not Saint Tropez. The Wrap
3.1
A worthy biopic in some respects but it doesnt complicate its subject enough to resonate. News Day
1.5
All of this is irritatingly distracting in a rather well intentioned film, about a man who truly deserves a biopic. Hindustan Times
4.5
Plus, hes willing to face dangerous situations to make this happen. Reel Talk Reviews
2.0
At best, its a simple, lovestruck picture of the courageous nature of political negotiations that some will find enjoyably unmuddied. Flim List
4.5
Sergios intentions are pure, and the movie is pleasingly old school in the way it merges political drama and tragedy with romance. Time
3.0
I dont believe in demanding the impossible any more, Srgio replies. The Irish Times
3.0
Sergio honors a man whom not everyone knows, but should. Yet its dry telling and skewed emphasis on his love life trivialize a man whose life was much .. Detroit News
3.0
Baker takes his initially enthralling documentary and dilutes the story with this new feature, creating melodramatic lightness due to the tepid tone a .. The Play List
1.5
All we know is that Sergio is the good guy, which, quite frankly, isnt good enough for character development. La Weekly
1.5
Sergio, a Netflix docudrama directed by Greg Barker from a banal screenplay by Craig Borten, catches flashes of his brilliance from time to time but s .. Wsj
4.0
Narcos star Wagner Moura and Ana de Armas steam up the screen in compelling and important new Netflix drama. Dead Line
3.0
The ending transitions perfectly from Mouras portrayal into real life footage of Srgio Vieira de Mello, Barkers touching bookend to a film that succee .. One Room With A View
1.5
Though the romance is filled with clichs, the dramatization of Sergios work feels vital. Polygon
1.0
Although it serves as a highlight of some of de Mellos more noted accomplishments during his tenure, the enigmatic figure gets somewhat lost in the bo .. Ion Cinema
1.5
A fairly conventional narrative structure of flashbacks in which the diplomat reconstructs his later years. El Pais (Spain)
2.0
The film never lets any situation breathe, as it is constantly changing time and place.
4.5
A fault in Sergio is that it establishes many fascinating angles but cant keep up with all of them. Entertainment Voice
3.0
However, director Barkers multilingual epic doesnt quite canonise Srgio either: hes shown to be stricken by doubt, alienated from his grown up childre .. Adelaide Review
4.5
But aside from those scenes, like I touched upon earlier, the movie just doesnt have a bunch of things to say. Battle Royale With Cheese
1.5
It doesnt deduce anything about him, about his impact, about the War on Terror, about its effects. The Spool
3.0
Wagner Moura shines in this moving tribute to the real life Sergio Vieira de Mello.
1.5
It encapsulates that old school problem with contemporary politics in that the stereotype is young people dont care unless theres scandal involved. Entertainment Ie
1.5
Although the are filmed atmosphericly, they dont do much to advance the plot. Cocalecas
2.5
Ana de Armas performance is the highlight of this scattered biopic that fails to capture the legacy of its leading character.
1.5
Something in this film just didnt come to life for me... Theres so much here to recognize, but its almost too ordinary. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
1.5
In the film, Carolina says shes doesnt want to be an appendage to a powerful man, but shes written in the movie as exactly that.
2.0
It doesnt help either that their lovemaking session later in the movie is awkwardly misplaced and wholly unnecessary as well. Casey's Movie Mania
2.0
Does a standard issue biopic become more interesting when its subject is relatively unknown Turns out, it does not. Box Office Prophets
1.5
Mumblecore without the thrills. Endings, Beginnings is staring so intensely at its own navel that its head is embedded in its own abdomen. Critically Ac Claimed
2.0
It is ultimately disappointing to see such an inspiring real life figure get such an uninspired epitaph. The News International (Pa ..
2.0
One expects to see a young Sergio, but the film doesnt go back that far. Cup of Soul



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