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Taut and unpredictable, The Standoff at Sparrow Creek should satisfy suspense fans in the mood for a well-told story topped with a generous helping of violence.
All Critics (47) | Top Critics (9)
... an efficient, mechanical five-finger exercise written and directed by Henry Dunham. Jun 19, 2019 | Full Review…
... an efficient, mechanical five-finger exercise written and directed by Henry Dunham.
Justin Chang
It's an effective little thriller whose occasional flaws come mostly as a result of its considerable virtues, so you roll with it. Jan 22, 2019 | Full Review…
It's an effective little thriller whose occasional flaws come mostly as a result of its considerable virtues, so you roll with it.
Bilge Ebiri
What makes The Standoff at Sparrow Creek special is how much it reminds you of stories of alpha males like Reservoir Dogs, The Thing, and Mamet's work without ever feeling wholly derivative. Jan 18, 2019 | Rating: 3.5/4 | Full Review…
What makes The Standoff at Sparrow Creek special is how much it reminds you of stories of alpha males like Reservoir Dogs, The Thing, and Mamet's work without ever feeling wholly derivative.
Brian Tallerico
There is a timely element to "Sparrow Creek" that speaks to our current moment and mood in this country, but the simple, effective nature of Dunham's sharp storytelling makes him a talent to watch going forward. Jan 18, 2019 | Rating: B | Full Review…
There is a timely element to "Sparrow Creek" that speaks to our current moment and mood in this country, but the simple, effective nature of Dunham's sharp storytelling makes him a talent to watch going forward.
Adam Graham
There's nothing new in The Standoff at Sparrow Creek except the title. Jan 17, 2019 | Rating: 2/4 | Full Review…
There's nothing new in The Standoff at Sparrow Creek except the title.
Rex Reed
The gaps in logic might be easier to forgive if the movie's real-world resonances weren't so troubling. Jan 17, 2019 | Full Review…
The gaps in logic might be easier to forgive if the movie's real-world resonances weren't so troubling.
Ben Kenigsberg
So I guess [the greatest compliment is that] I can be so conflicted about the story, both inside and outside the film's narrative, and still enjoy ... it. Jul 20, 2019 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review…
So I guess [the greatest compliment is that] I can be so conflicted about the story, both inside and outside the film's narrative, and still enjoy ... it.
Terry Mesnard
...a truly impressive feature debut for writer/director, Henry Dunham.There is a sense of authenticity that these characters. Jun 21, 2019 | Full Review…
...a truly impressive feature debut for writer/director, Henry Dunham.There is a sense of authenticity that these characters.
Mike Vanderbilt
In its spikes of terror, its glimpse into a void between order and chaos, its basic ticking suspense, it effectively approaches the timely subject matter of gun ownership and gun violence -but it also creates something timeless. Jun 19, 2019 | Rating: 7/10 | Full Review…
In its spikes of terror, its glimpse into a void between order and chaos, its basic ticking suspense, it effectively approaches the timely subject matter of gun ownership and gun violence -but it also creates something timeless.
Daniel Reynolds
Quietly explosive, the film effortlessly takes viewers on both an emotional and genre-bending journey. May 19, 2019 | Rating: 5/5 | Full Review…
Quietly explosive, the film effortlessly takes viewers on both an emotional and genre-bending journey.
Patrick Cavanaugh
A subtle duel between antiheroes and antivillains that falls under 90 minutes of pure cinematic talent. [Full review in Spanish] May 15, 2019 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review…
A subtle duel between antiheroes and antivillains that falls under 90 minutes of pure cinematic talent. [Full review in Spanish]
Federico Furzan
Riveting, with a compelling cast and an intriguing story and a thriller's sensibility. Mar 29, 2019 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review…
Riveting, with a compelling cast and an intriguing story and a thriller's sensibility.
Sonny Bunch
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