Fresh
This is not always a subtle film, but its spooky mood leaves a strong impression.
Dave Calhoun, Time Out
The Childhood of a Leader
Witness the birth of a terrifying ego.
2016 · 1h 56m · N/A
Drama
Directed by
Brady Corbet
Overview
The chilling story of a young American boy living in France in 1918 whose father is working for the US government on the creation of the Treaty of Versailles. What he witnesses helps to mold his beliefs – and we witness the birth of a terrifying ego.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
90%
Tomatometer
Fresh
This is a director's showcase and Corbet, with the support of a superb tech team (especially composer Scott Walker) impresses and fascinates.
Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
Fresh
The Childhood of a Leader is a dark and creepy work, flawed but ambitious and well worth seeing.
Rex Reed, New York Observer
Fresh
Studious in its homages to somber masters past and present, The Childhood Of A Leader pulls out intriguing moments whenever it threatens to turn repetitious.
Ignatiy Vishnevetsky, AV Club
Fresh
All dread all the time, and rich enough in mood that you may be inclined to forgive the familiarity of its narrative trajectory and anchoring psychology.
Michael Nordine, Village Voice
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