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Metascore
7 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 80The New YorkerRichard BrodyThe New YorkerRichard BrodyOne of the few great films based on a great book; its acerbic humor matches the tale’s stifled horror of stifling morals.
- 70The New York TimesVincent CanbyThe New York TimesVincent CanbyDaisy Miller transfers to the screen simply and elegantly. Very little is lost that isn't regained through the always unpredictable conjunction of performers with material.
- 50Time OutTime OutThere is no real social conflict in the film, and it becomes just a period variant on The Last Picture Show, without the vigour of that film or the irony of the original James novel.
- 42The A.V. ClubNoel MurrayThe A.V. ClubNoel MurrayThe film looks amazing, but the cranked-up acting (complete with the most rapid-fire dialogue Bogdanovich had yet attempted) is tough to bear, especially as it becomes apparent that James' subtle character study is beyond the story-driven Bogdanovich's capabilities.
- 40Chicago ReaderDave KehrChicago ReaderDave KehrMore mannered than stylish, more would-be tragic than comic, the film is all surface and comes up fatally short on warmth, humor, and insight.
- 20TV Guide MagazineTV Guide MagazineDaisy Miller as a book is a good read, but the film by Bogdanovich is truly a dud in spite of handsome sets and an intelligent writing job.