the story of Brian Banks is especially pertinent in the #MeToo era. It is a harrowing, insightful look into an appalling miscarriage of justice. Brian Banks reminds us that the pendulum of truth must swing both ways
a powerful film; This is beautifully subtle film acting, and audiences should be exposed to his fine work. Beyond this, if the film contributes to ongoing and necessary dialogue about sexual misconduct, it will have served its purpose
"Brian Banks" may be a football player's underdog story, but this is no conventional sports movie; what makes "Brian Banks" special: It is not an angry film, but one that preaches forgiveness in the face of such adversity
by Julian Roman [MovieWeb ]
