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4 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 50The New York TimesJeannette CatsoulisThe New York TimesJeannette CatsoulisThe Citizen is a heartfelt plea for charity, tolerance and all-around loving kindness — admirable aims sadly shackled to Sam Kadi’s inexpert direction.
- 50The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe film’s chief asset is Nabaway, who delivers a subtly moving and restrained performance that transcends the contrived plot mechanics. It’s a heartfelt turn that befits this well-intentioned but ultimately reductive film.
- 38McClatchy-Tribune News ServiceRoger MooreMcClatchy-Tribune News ServiceRoger MooreBy the time we reach the third act, which is where the trial we’ve been teased plays out (at great, boring length), The Citizen has exhausted its supply of immigration cliches and our patience.
- 30The DissolveTasha RobinsonThe DissolveTasha RobinsonThere are no casual conversations in The Citizen, and no idle moments. It’s pushing its agenda at every moment, first gently, then relentlessly.