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Metascore
5 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 75Boston GlobePeter KeoughBoston GlobePeter KeoughThis is not “Rain Man”; it’s better.
- 70The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe story moves along in fairly predictable beats, including the inevitable denouement in which Jack's deception is exposed. But it's effective nonetheless, thanks to the authentic-feeling depiction of the physical and emotional toll of caring for an autistic child.
- 60Village VoiceAaron HillisVillage VoiceAaron HillisIt's rare that a drama shows such specificity with respect to the experience of coping with autism, and that sensitivity goes a long way.
- 50The New York TimesStephen HoldenThe New York TimesStephen HoldenJack of the Red Hearts is so good-hearted it doesn’t want to leave audiences without a glimmer a hope.
- 40Los Angeles TimesGary GoldsteinLos Angeles TimesGary GoldsteinThere's a poignant, powerful story lurking at the edges of Jack of the Red Hearts but, as is, the film proves a strained, implausible family drama.