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10 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 75Christian Science MonitorDavid SterrittChristian Science MonitorDavid SterrittStirring on religious and humanitarian levels, and very timely notwithstanding its 1979 setting.
- 75New York PostV.A. MusettoNew York PostV.A. MusettoHas relevance in the world as we now know it.
- 75Miami HeraldMarta BarberMiami HeraldMarta BarberBut by the time you understand the meaning of its title, Sabiha Sumar's film has delivered an emotional punch.
- 70Village VoiceVillage VoiceSumar's debut feature could scarcely be more relevant to Pakistan's present, or, given this country's history of backing such repressive regimes, to ours.
- 70The A.V. ClubNoel MurrayThe A.V. ClubNoel MurrayConverts relevant contemporary history into intimate personal drama.
- 63The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Liam LaceyThe Globe and Mail (Toronto)Liam LaceyThe fact that these atrocities are not well known in the West is a good reason for this film to exist.
- 60The New York TimesA.O. ScottThe New York TimesA.O. ScottSilent Waters is several different movies, and most of them feel negligible and meandering, until the film finally packs a wallop.
- 50The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe provocative issues of Silent Waters are unfortunately undercut by schematic plotting and one-dimensional characterizations, but the forcefulness of its message makes it a rewarding cinematic experience.
- 50VarietyDerek ElleyVarietyDerek ElleyWorthy intentions are drowned by schematic scripting and only OK direction in Silent Waters, an achingly PC drama on how Islamic fundamentalism wrecks families and oppresses women.