70
An insightful new geek documentary, well directed by first-timers Lisanne Pajot and James Swirsky.
What are people saying?
What are critics saying?
70
Los Angeles Times by Gary Goldstein
Fortunately, Pajot and Swirsky don't overdo the minutiae (this is a movie even non-gamers can enjoy), offering just enough insight into the creative process to feel enlightening.
60
This is a movie about a subculture, made for that subculture; only hard-core Xboxers need apply.
63
Slant Magazine by Nick Schager
Makes a compelling case for games as not only clever hand-eye coordination exercises, but also as manifestations of their creators' emotional and philosophical viewpoints.
70
The picture scores big points by drawing a sharp distinction between corporate vidgame programmers and indies.