White Bird: A Wonder Story

"(Forster) elevates somewhat contrived material with tastefully lyrical craftsmanship."

"A competently executed morality play for audiences craving a bit of unambiguous humanism."

"A particularly lachrymose brand of show-business hedging."

"Tragedy, meet treacle."

"Being a good-hearted, straightforward film that might even have you shedding a few tears is no crime against cinema."

"Beautifully filmed coming-of-age drama."

"Overly mushy."

"Although the movie's plot isn't groundbreaking by any means, it is well-intentioned."

"Tries, and fails, to fly."

"A film with genuine heart that should appeal to audiences seeking an inspiring story."

"A solid film."

"A very serviceable telling of a story that we've seen one way or another many times before."