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Shelter

  • 2015


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34 %
$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 17
Negative reviews 1
Average Rating 3.3/5

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0.0
In his earnest effort to depict how tough life is for the downtrodden, dogpiles his two protagonists with manufactured misery ... Av Club
3.0
Bettany seems to take an almost sadistic delight in putting its main characters through the wringer of misery and exploitation (Connelly, in particula .. EW
2.8
Its also the sort of end that, at least in Bettanys mind, benefits the homeless and non homeless alike.
3.2
That said, the fine performances by Mackie and especially Connelly, who generously gives her all including a comic bit that involves her talking like .. Rogerebert
1.5
And while the characters struggle immensely to survive in these bleak conditions, the addition of genuine desperation, tension and peril for the pair .. Cinema Blend
3.2
Despite its terrific performances and its great use of locations, Shelter doesnt have enough substance to hold your attention or linger in the mind fo .. Philly
3.7
There are far too many stories of homelessness in this city, and Shelter is too determined to fit all the agony of these experiences into one film. Village Voice
2.5
Shelter is Bettanys helming debut, and hes made exactly the type of movie a frustrated thespian would, dreaming up a tale of misery and hopelessness t .. Blu Ray
3.1
It is, as a result, quite easy to overlook Lawsons occasional reliance on sitcom level tropes, and theres little doubt, too, that The Little Death onl .. Reel Film Reviews
4.1
Shelter feels like an act of penance for all involved, and Connellys powerful performance perfectly captures the anguish of a woman rendered all but i .. Flim List
3.4
Some people will find it too emotionally wrenching to watch, but there are moments of raw, understated sensitivity, encapsulating the ache of regret a .. Observer
2.7
Mr. Bettanys sketchy, unconvincing screenplay is more interested in Ms. Connellys execution of exploitative stunts than in seriously examining the soc .. The New York Times
3.8
That tells us the end will at least be bittersweet if not hopeful despite the journey owning every single stumble this type of existence authentically .. The Film Stage
3.3
Both actors shine, and its pretty much a two person film, but its Connelly whos most tortured and affecting. Detroit News
3.5
The resulting film sometimes feels a little overworked dramatically, and relentlessly grim, but its also provocative and moving. Contact Music
3.0
Its a mixed bag that gets some things right and is refreshing about others. Metro New York
4.6
Unexpectedly touching drama about a homeless couple that manages to transcend its oppressive subject with superb acting, writing, directing and cinema .. Film Journal International ..
3.4
The documentary spotlights an appalling case, but it is far from unique. World Socialist Web Site
3.6
While its no surprise that Jennifer Connelly and Anthony Mackie might turn in powerful performances, a salute is also in order for Paul Bettany for ma .. Baret News Wire
3.5
Its unfortunate that the story itself doesnt go in more unexpected directions. Spirituality & Health



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