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78 out of 100

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9.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 8 Ratings

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    100
    All of these moments unfold in a film of astonishing maturity and confidence; Eve's Bayou, one of the very best films of the year, is the debut of its writer and director, Kasi Lemmons.
  2. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Kevin Thomas
    100
    Lemmons' command of cinematic style, her appreciation of the chimerical aspects of life and her ability to inspire actors to give remarkably faceted portrayals mark Eve's Bayou a first film of exceptional promise.
  3. Christian Science Monitor
    Reviewed by: David Sterritt
    50
    In the end, however, the story is too contrived and melodramatic to reach its full potential.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Lakendrea
    10
    The best black family representation!!
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  2. LanaS.
    10
    Well crafted, yet overlooked, film with an amazing ensemble cast.
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  3. BrianI.
    10
    Kudos to Kasi Lemmons, as she has created one of the finest African-American films of all time. Although this film features an all black cast, this is a universal story. The screenplay and direction were spectacular, and the acting was first-rate. We NEED more African-American films as complex and well-made as this feature.… Expand
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