Though it never disguises its sympathies for Kasparov and contempt for a powerful corporation's machinations, documentary is finally a speculation on the limits of the human mind and how truth can never be fully known.
70
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
The competition between man and machine is fogged by distrust and obfuscation. And for now, the result is a draw.
70
The Hollywood ReporterFrank Scheck
The Hollywood ReporterFrank Scheck
Tells a gripping story that resonates with numerous subtexts.
70
The A.V. ClubNoel Murray
The A.V. ClubNoel Murray
In spite of clunky effects and often extraordinarily ugly video footage, Game Over works very well just as a sports doc.
60
Village VoiceDennis Lim
Village VoiceDennis Lim
Game Over's brazen lopsidedness may diminish its credibility, but it taps into the essence of all conspiracy theories-the desperate desire to believe.