Freeheld

"If ever there was a story that illustrates the crappy hand dealt to same-sex couples, it’s here in Freeheld. First brought to film via the Academy Award-winning documentary of the same name, it’s now retold in full Hollywood regalia, topped off with Steve Carell as a hyperactive gay rights activist, replete with a rainbow yarmulke."

"An oppressively worthy and self-satisfied inspirational vehicle that views its story primarily as a series of teachable moments."

"Just because anyone would agree with its message doesn’t mean this glorified Lifetime movie does a worthy job of conveying it."

"A film that should feel urgent and of its time, but instead is rendered cliched and dull by Sollet’s amateurish handling of the material."

"Moore charts Hester's physical disintegration with brutal candour while, at the same time, conjuring up the indomitability of somebody determined to leave a worthwhile legacy -- to her partner and to other gay couples caught in the same bind."

"If Freeheld cuts corners to get its point across, Moore and Page never do."

"All the conviction the actors can muster can't make this script feel less pat."

"Despite all the pros, Freeheld can't help but feel underwhelming."