Metacritic Movie Ratings
Chalk Reviews

A sample of reviews from critics across the country.

• 80

  out of 100

  VarietyJustin Chang

  Filtering one school year through the eyes of three young instructors and a rookie administrator, this loosely scripted satire mostly steers clear of cheap shots and over-the-top gags, balancing its comic observations with a real measure of affection for teachers and students alike.

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• 70

  out of 100

  Los Angeles TimesCarina Chocano

  Chalk avoids some of the pitfalls of the mock-doc by showing real affection and empathy for its characters, whose funny lives of quiet desperation inspire more than their share of tenderness.

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• 70

  out of 100

  The Hollywood ReporterSheri Linden

  More a series of loose-limbed vignettes than a sculpted narrative, Chalk lacks a compelling dramatic drive. But the cast creates a fine, improvisatory interplay, captured with verite-style camerawork, and the unforced humor and insights go a long way.

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• 60

  out of 100

  The New York TimesStephen Holden

  This loose-jointed ensemble comedy is funny in a squirm-inducing way.

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