Dandelion

critic Reviews

, 76% Certified Fresh Tomatometer Score
  • Powered by the lovely duet of KiKi Layne and Thomas Doherty's performances, Dandelion is a slight but sweet musical drama.
  • , Fresh Tomatometer Score
    Peyton RobinsonRogerEbert.com
    Even with a shaky conclusion, the swarming warmth of Riegel’s direction and the meditation of her writing results in a film that displays the fleeting, volatile kind of love that forces you to grow
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    Carlos AguilarVariety
    Riegel’s actors ignite a convincing spark when sharing the screen. One sees the blistering force of their connection.
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    Ty BurrWashington Post
    A sweet, slight, impressionistic character study of a struggling musician with a luminous KiKi Layne at its center.
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    Adam KempenaarFilmspotting
    'Well-crafted' and 'evocative' applies to Riegel’s visual style as well as the music.
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    Sheri LindenThe Hollywood Reporter
    When the director trusts what’s onscreen enough to let it speak for itself, Dandelion is alive with a persuasive friction.
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    Kimberley JonesAustin Chronicle
    The story, alas, is colorless and flat: a terribly earnest picture of two sad people looking for somebody or something to jump-start their battery.
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    Rubén RosarioMiamiArtZine
    It feels like an indie film from the 1990s in its disarming simplicity...its retro appeal goes a long way, but it's Layne, capably carrying the film on her shoulders, who seals the deal.
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    Derek SanteKSNV (Las Vegas)
    An authentic story and song.
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    Sarah MarrsLainey Gossip
    Dandelion is a somewhat lightweight but enjoyable film that lets KiKi Layne shine for two hours, and there are certainly worse ways to spend your time than watching KiKi Layne.
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    Mark JacksonEpoch Times
    "Dandelion" is a realistic singer-songwriter hero's journey with an excellent romance, and even better music. Possibly depressing to up-and-coming artists.
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