without denying drudgery, rest assured that "Yellow Rose" perseveres with a melodic spirit anchored by the soulful ruggedness of star Eva Noblezada; The movie never wallows but provides breathing time for despair
affecting on almost every level; Diane Paragas offers a clear-eyed, heartfelt interpretation of a classic American story that's graciously inclusive and even a bit provocative in its assertion of individual and artistic independence
a refreshing and strikingly original coming-of-age drama; the lean screenplay and Paragas' focused creative vision makes for a singular directorial feature debut that feels like nothing else happening in film right now
"Yellow Rose" is a story of hope, opportunity, and a comment on the current immigration crisis all wrapped up in the story of Rose, played wonderfully by Eva Noblezada
