Review of Providence (2016) by Elizabeth K — 16 Feb 2016

A beautiful love story told without dialogue with an engaging music score. Powerful and moving!

This review of Providence (2016) was written by Elizabeth K on 16 Feb 2016.

Providence has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Emmalie W (1) on 16 Feb 2016

Great film! It's such a sweet story that doesn't need dialog to move along. We enjoyed it…

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By Stacey B (101) on 17 Feb 2016

A beautiful, heartwarming love story told through visuals and an eclectic indie soundtrack…

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By Lawrence Toppman (1,654) for Charlotte Observer (1,670) on 11 Feb 2016

As you get into the flow of the narrative, and the strangeness of hearing no dialogue recedes, the movie becomes a rewarding experience…

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By Rebekah C (35) on 17 Dec 2015

We have had the opportunity to see an early release of Providence and we are looking forward to seeing the film again in our local theatre…

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