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11 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 83The PlaylistChristian GallichioThe PlaylistChristian GallichioWhile the story beats may not be surprising, Poser still acts as an impressive debut for not only the directors but also Mix and Kitten, who create a simmering tension between them.
- 80VarietyTomris LafflyVarietyTomris LafflyThe whole thing is oddly beautiful, absurdly compelling and even freakishly watchable. The general sensation of it approaches the out-of-place feeling of being at a party you don’t quite feel cool enough for. But since you’re already there, why not linger for a few drinks and embrace an intriguing ride outside your comfort zone?
- 80The New York TimesJeannette CatsoulisThe New York TimesJeannette CatsoulisAt once polished and punky, Poser is about the maturing of a vampiric personality. Like its music, the movie feels exploratory and raw-edged, yet with a persistent pathos that clings to Lennon and isolates her.
- 80Paste MagazineNatalia KeoganPaste MagazineNatalia KeoganWhat’s most compelling about Poser is the titular concept it seeks to unravel, one of deception and contrivance that epitomizes the ultimate sin in expressive art.
- 75IndieWireKate ErblandIndieWireKate ErblandWhile Poser works up to a somewhat predictable ending, the details and ideas that get us there are fascinating and unique.
- 75Movie NationRoger MooreMovie NationRoger MooreA mesmerizing immersion in music, a “scene” and the obsessions of a member of the “Hey everyone, notice ME” generation.
- 67The Film StageErik NielsenThe Film StageErik NielsenA somewhat familiar story about obsession set adjacent to the unique world of the underground music scene in Columbus, Ohio, Poser is a charming and dark debut from directors Ori Segev and Noah Dixon.
- 60Screen RantGraeme GuttmannScreen RantGraeme GuttmannWhile it ultimately reveals everything too late, the film still feels fresh and, unlike plenty of what is released today (on podcasts and in theaters), actually does have something to say.
- 38RogerEbert.comSimon AbramsRogerEbert.comSimon AbramsPoser might have been more satisfying if its gauzy night-club aesthetic and bold, underlined dialogue didn’t smother viewers with trite observations about hipster artistes.