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Metascore
7 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 86TheWrapTodd GilchristTheWrapTodd GilchristDirector and co-writer J.D. Dillard (“Sleight”) delivers a smart, streamlined thriller that skillfully integrates a careful whisper of social commentary into a story that also unfolds masterfully as a straightforward genre workout.
- 80The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThe Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeA cracking little one-hander (mostly) that rations glimpses of its well-designed beastie expertly, the picture will please genre fans who don’t mind long stretches with no dialogue.
- 75SlashfilmMatt DonatoSlashfilmMatt DonatoJ.D. Dillard's Sweetheart is fierce aquatic horror without any frills.
- 70Film ThreatDante JamesFilm ThreatDante JamesClemons does a fantastic job of making tense moments very believable.
- 67IndieWireDavid EhrlichIndieWireDavid EhrlichWhat this potent micro-dose of a movie lacks in showmanship, it makes up for in purity and resourcefulness and a rugged performance from Kiersey Clemons that might feel revelatory if the “Hearts Beat Loud” actress weren’t always this commanding.
- 60VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyIt’s good of its type — just not quite good enough to linger once the lights have come up.
- 50Movie NationRoger MooreMovie NationRoger MooreDirector Dillard & Co. had a promising minimalist horror pitch, but blew it in execution.