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The New York Times by Ben Kenigsberg
A strong nonprofessional cast and a use of long takes enhance the sense of immersion in a truly organic production.
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80
There’s an air of authenticity as well as a pleasingly laid-back yet substantive narrative engagement to this polished effort.
58
The film builds to its conclusion without building its main character.
70
The Hollywood Reporter by John DeFore
Though the script's handling of the decision itself is uncomfortably abrupt, everything leading up to it benefits from a convincing, lived-in vibe.
70
Nakom is sometimes slow-moving and occasionally succumbs to heavy-handed symbolism, contrasting images.... But the movie is commendable for centering on an atypical hero.
75
Kelly Daniela Norris and T.W. Pittman's film immediately announces itself as a modest triumph of world-building.