the movie is apparently aimed at younger viewers with its clean, simplistic message of unity, but it's doubtful many kids (or adults) would want to sit through those tiresome shouting matches that overwhelm the film's other flavors
the blend of coming-of-age and coming-together in Andrade's film is a poignant one, regardless. The lessons Abe learns about life through Chico and his inventive cooking are made all the more beautiful by how tasty and colorful the food looks
some of the acting and the script are a bit stilted, but Noah Schnapp is an engaging presence on screen, and Seu Jorge is wonderful as a solid rock to lean on
an appetizing fusion of diverse influences; Andrade serves up an enticing dramedy that wholeheartedly celebrates the potential for multicultural cuisine to unite people from distinctly different traditions, even in the face of determined opposition
Abe is played by Noah Schnapp, from "Stranger Things", and he's irresistibly charming. “Abe” the movie is charming too; It's one of those movies that come on unheralded and leave you in a state of pleasant surprise
"Abe" is a coming of age movie with a unique if somewhat heavy-handed slant, concerned as it is with culinary and cultural fusion; The film isn't groundbreaking, just pleasant and enjoyable, but really, that's okay
"Abe" has its heart in the right place, and took a big swing with an enticing concept. To say Israel/Palestine is a complicated subject would be a wild understatement, and it's noble to want to engage kids in the conflict in an entertaining way
by Johnny Oleksinski [New York Post ]
by Andrea Beach [Common Sense Media ]
