Sidney

"A movie that, despite the meticulousness of its making, seems a peculiarly orthodox tribute to a revolutionary life."

"(A) warm and thoroughly engaging documentary..."

"Do you print the legend or do you delve deeper into the flaws? It’s a balancing act for sure, and one that Hudlin doesn’t quite pull off."

"The film is so packed with shots of his friends and family affectionately reminiscing about him that it verges on hagiography, but who cares?"

"It makes you recognise, through the force of its telling, why the story of Poitier’s life matters. And will matter forever."

"Much of Sidney plays like an Intro to Poitier class or a slick tribute for fans. The greatest-hits approach sometimes disappoints, though..."

"(It) offers a comprehensive, if measured, look at a performer whose career often embodied the hopes and dreams of Black America."

"A good, honourable but ultimately disappointing documentary..."

"The talking heads and archive clips do the job — but hearing it told by Sidney Poitier himself is the real treat."

"A loving tribute to Sidney Poitier — whose remarkable, complex story demands more consideration than two hours can offer."