
Variety
Despite an effective Jim Caviezel, this anecdotal drama never rises above the level of lightly likable.
Full reviewJim Caviezel (The Passion of the Christ) leads this true story as Ward Allen, a white American in the early 20th Century who walks away from his plantation heritage for a life as a river-dwelling hunter. Oscar-nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) co-stars as freed slave - and Ward’s friend - Christmas Moultrie.
Despite an effective Jim Caviezel, this anecdotal drama never rises above the level of lightly likable.
Full reviewThe movie’s story is limp, its romances are flightless and — despite the talented cast — its performances are toothless.
Full reviewAnnette Haywood-Carter’s slow-paced film features a plethora of colorful characters and incidents that register with little dramatic impact.
Full reviewSavannah is available to stream in New Zealand now on Google Play and Apple TV.
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