The Ballad of Wallis Island

critic Reviews

, 97% Certified Fresh Tomatometer Score
  • The Ballad of Wallis Island hums along a sweet melody without lapsing into outright sentimentality, mining a great deal of warmth from its humble premise.
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    Sara Michelle FettersMovieFreak.com
    Love can be found and lasting connections can be made even in a world drowning in chaos and indecision. This is the song that The Ballad of Wallis Island triumphantly sings. It’s one worth playing on repeat.
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    Odie HendersonBoston Globe
    “The Ballad of Wallis Island” is a superb little sleeper that may not be on your moviegoing radar. It’s the kind of film I love to champion&#59; that is, the small, effective character study that deserves your attention.
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    Adam GrahamDetroit News
    "Wallis Island" explores themes of creativity, grieving and the passage of time with empathy and compassion without ever becoming maudlin.
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    Nell MinowMovie Mom
    We may all wish for a visit to Wallis Island when the movie ends.
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    Randy MyersSan Jose Mercury News
    “The Ballad of Wallis Island” is an emotional booster shot that lifts the spirits and gives us a case of the warm fuzzies — and you won’t hate yourself for feeling them.
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    G. Allen JohnsonSan Francisco Chronicle
    “The Ballad of Wallis Island” isn’t a great film, and it is exceedingly predictable. But like its musician heroes, it plays its notes well.
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    Louisa MooreScreen Zealots
    A comforting, nostalgic, feel-good watch that will particularly resonate with anyone who has a deep connection to music.
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    Zach YoungsInSession Film
    Even if you like your comedies uncomplicated, the interpersonal relationships in The Ballad of Wallis Island are worth it. It’s a film that is the very definition of the phrase, “It made me laugh, it made me cry.”
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    Carla RenataThe Curvy Film Critic
    Ever wonder why your favorite duo or band broke up or if you might ever witness them reunite? The Ballad of Wallis Island does exactly that. Chemistry is key for a film of this nature. Basden, Mulligan and Key have it in spades
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    Amanda the JediAmanda the Jedi (Youtube)
    There's a simple charm and beauty to this movie that just made me feel so happy to be alive. It's so sincere and the trailer truly does not do it justice. Would kill and die for Charles.
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