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Movie Info

Genre:

documentary
Original Language:

English
Director:

Peter Murimi
Runtime:

1h 9m

Cast & Crew

Peter Murimi
Director

Critic Reviews for I Am Samuel

All Critics (7) | Fresh (6) | Rotten (1)

Throughout it maintains a tone of being honest and even raw emotionally at times. You see the price exacted on those who are forced to hide who they are from those closest to them.

March 14, 2021 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…

Carey-Ann Pawsey
Orca Sound
Although the film has a heartfelt sweep, it is so tightly focused that questions go unanswered.

February 25, 2021 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…

Amber Wilkinson
Eye for Film
Though a tad short and erratic in its pacing at times, Murimi's documentary is a vital reminder of the progress that still needs to be made and a joyously intimate celebration of love in all its many forms.

November 4, 2020 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review…

Robert Salusbury
One Room With A View
When the movie focuses on its two protagonists, it really works, but it feels like a missed opportunity to delve deeper into the big issues.

October 21, 2020 | Rating: 2/5 | Full Review…

Tom Beasley
Flickering Myth
Despite the adversities of the context, the documentary manages to convey a powerful and positive message of freedom. [Full review in Spanish]

October 21, 2020 | Full Review…

Ricardo Gallegos
La Estatuilla
It's a story that needed to be told. At times, it is soulful and simplistic. But in its attempts to build an encapsulating picture of its subject matter, I Am Samuel sadly doesn't go far enough.

October 19, 2020 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…

Kelechi Ehenulo
Confessions From A Geek Mind
I defy you not to cry.

October 19, 2020 | Full Review…

Rosalynn Try-Hane
Liquid Marmalade