Review of The Mauritanian (2021) by Ian Freer for Empire — 30 Mar 2021
Wasting big-name actors, The Mauritanian is simultaneously over-stuffed and under-powered, turning a horrifying real-life ordeal into something flat and formulaic. Only Tahar Rahim’s consummate portrayal of grace under duress stands out.
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This review of The Mauritanian (2021) was written by Ian Freer and published by Empire on 30 Mar 2021.
The Mauritanian has generally received positive reviews.
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