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Storm D This movie was heartbreaking, disturbing yet ironically uplifting. It's sad how so many adults can abuse or sexually exploit children and show absolutely no concern for their well being. So many kids, especially young girls, are in desperate need of an adult mentor and protector, if not just a kind word to show someone cares. There is truly no greater purpose or privilege than being a father who is present. To think this was Sami Gayle's first major film role is mind-numbing. Both Sami and Adrien were fantastic, but the adult nature of these scenes just crushed me because I have a teenage daughter and I'd be devastated if she became a prostitute and was harmed in any way. I was initially very uncomfortable seeing such a young actress playing a role defined by such mature, dark themes. However, the more I thought about it, I realized this is the world we live in and Sami embodied both that youthful defiance and deep-seated longing for a genuine connection amid the horrific tribulations of her life. That dynamic, combined with his childhood trauma, inevitably worked to help them both bond and heal. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/08/25 Full Review Kyle O I thought it was spectacular classical yet modern retelling of taxi driver as it's cinematography was a homage to its experimental use of a grim city landscape. Every subtle difference in a scene told a different part of the story, a unbottoned collared shirt to a full suit, the slight saturation of scene, the despair of light as we head towards the schools grounds. Though it is coherent in its message towards the education/school system, it is still overwhelming in its pacing. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/15/25 Full Review Kaushik J It took me several attempts over several weeks commit myself to watch this movie beyond the first few minutes. It's brooding from the first scene. Adrian brody expertly helms the screen and maintains it's pace and mood. There are no wasted characters or wasted moments in the screenplay. It's surprising that it has such a low rating on RT. I guess there are no paid critics here. The storytelling, cinematography and editing is reminiscent of Requiem for a Dream and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. It's beautiful, depressing, poetic and real. It accurately portrays the bane of poor parenting and the gravity of public schooling for the under privileged in our society, which may eventually seed youth crime. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/29/24 Full Review Audience Member This is a genuine work of art. W adrien as always Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/18/24 Full Review Audience Member A bleak portrayal of the reality of a fragile and damaged humankind. The protagonist is detached but his heart still shows through in his dedication to those he impacts. Really related to this film, working helping troubled people and still caring while experiencing depression and depersonalization myself, this film accurately depicted what it's like. The cycle of psychological disarray and hurt in those around you, feeling like your help goes into a void when the kids lack the radical psychological intervention they need and return to the home which shaped them through abuse or neglect, but continuing with an accepted nihilism. It's heartwarming nonetheless, seeing how people transform through the teachers presence throughout the film. It's a delicate balance to care yet be detached enough in a doomed world. The lead actor did a fantastic job Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/05/24 Full Review Victor B Hands down, probably my new favorite movie of all time, you need to watch it if you havent. Its one of the few movies today that really makes you think, like really makes you think. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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