7
… smart, genuinely funny and delightfully twisted.
7.7
Though Larraín’s film fails to present a deep, fully-fleshed Maria, the ghost it offers instead proves, in her grief, a grimly enthralling figure.
6
It’s not a bad film, but it doesn’t do anything you haven’t seen done better before …
10
… profoundly moving performances from real people who never thought they’d be out in the world, much less, on the world-stage.
5.8
... a feat of technical wizardry.
5.5
... an adequate attempt at Stephen King pastiche ...
9
… a well-made film, which like its subject matter, feels built to last.
9
... has to be experienced (and preferably on the big screen).
8.5
… gripping viewing …
8
… an unambitious film, well-realised enough to be a crowd pleaser.