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Metascore
7 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 80VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyThere’s an air of authenticity as well as a pleasingly laid-back yet substantive narrative engagement to this polished effort.
- 75Slant MagazineWes GreeneSlant MagazineWes GreeneKelly Daniela Norris and T.W. Pittman's film immediately announces itself as a modest triumph of world-building.
- 75Movie NationRoger MooreMovie NationRoger MooreThe debut feature of co-directors Kelly Daniela Norris and T.W. Pittman may tell a classic “How’ll you keep’em down on the farm after they’ve seen the lights of the big city?” tale. But the details they include and the surprising places they take it make it a novel and richly-rewarding film experience.
- 70The New York TimesBen KenigsbergThe New York TimesBen KenigsbergA strong nonprofessional cast and a use of long takes enhance the sense of immersion in a truly organic production.
- 70Village VoiceSam WeisbergVillage VoiceSam WeisbergNakom is sometimes slow-moving and occasionally succumbs to heavy-handed symbolism, contrasting images.... But the movie is commendable for centering on an atypical hero.
- 70The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThe Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThough the script's handling of the decision itself is uncomfortably abrupt, everything leading up to it benefits from a convincing, lived-in vibe.
- 58The Film StageJacob OllerThe Film StageJacob OllerThe film builds to its conclusion without building its main character.