Review of Master Gardener (2023) by Hannah Strong for Little White Lies — 26 May 2023
The beauty in Schrader’s work has always been in the relationship between penance and absolution, which feels noticeably absent here. It’s a shame because the trio of Edgerton, Swindell, and Weaver deliver strong performances, and Devonte Hynes’ romantic score with a slight edge of sombreness is nicely atmospheric, but the film’s third act feels too neat and unconvincing, particularly given the sharpness of the conclusion in Schrader’s last two films.
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This review of Master Gardener (2023) was written by Hannah Strong and published by Little White Lies on 26 May 2023.
Master Gardener has generally received positive reviews.
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