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Critic Glenn Heath Jr
rated 6

Race and privilege come under the microscope in director Julius Onah’s thought-provoking drama.

Read full review at Little White Lies
Critic Wendy Ide
rated 8

Provocative examination of race in America.

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic Kambole Campbell
rated 6

Kelvin Harrison Jr. puts in the film’s strongest performance, peeling back layers of performative friendliness.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Jeffrey M. Anderson
rated 6

...tackles complex issues of race, privilege, and expectations in a deliberately inconclusive, provocative way.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

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Luce is a thought-provoking thriller that explores the complexities of identity, family, and power dynamics. The movie follows the story of Luce Edgar, a charismatic high school athlete and model student who was adopted from war-torn Eritrea. When a devoted teacher makes a shocking discovery in Luce's locker, his reputation is called into question, and his adoptive parents are forced to confront their idealized image of their son. As tensions rise and secrets are revealed, Luce's true character is put to the test. The film features mesmerizing performances from a talented cast, including Naomi Watts, Tim Roth, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Adapted from JC Lee's acclaimed play and directed by Julius Onah, Luce is a gripping and timely exploration of race, identity, and the American Dream.

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