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21 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 80Los Angeles TimesManohla DargisLos Angeles TimesManohla DargisBelly dancing isn't always the most thrilling of dances, but it's a blast to see these women shaking and rolling because they're so thoroughly in charge of the male clientele and their own sexuality.
- 80The New York TimesStephen HoldenThe New York TimesStephen HoldenThe movie rides on Ms. Abbass's serenely confident performance. As Lilia metamorphoses from a shy housebound widow into a woman calmly rejoicing in her body and her sexuality, Ms. Abbass marks her character's every blush and hesitation in the process of letting go with a winning delicacy and sweetness.
- 75The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Liam LaceyThe Globe and Mail (Toronto)Liam LaceyPart of the charm of Satin Rouge is that it avoids the obvious with humour and lightness.
- 75Christian Science MonitorDavid SterrittChristian Science MonitorDavid SterrittSincere acting and heartfelt filmmaking add energy to this unassuming Tunisian drama.
- 75Boston GlobeBoston GlobeMore than a predictable self-discovery yarn about the caterpillar that turns into a beautiful butterfly.
- 70New Times (L.A.)Gregory WeinkaufNew Times (L.A.)Gregory WeinkaufThe nuances of the performances -- in dialogue and dance -- and the rich, organic feel of the locations mark Amari as a director of significant promise.
- 63New York PostMegan LehmannNew York PostMegan LehmannA sensual performance from Abbass buoys the flimsy story.
- 63Miami HeraldMarta BarberMiami HeraldMarta BarberThough far from perfect -- the film is predictable -- Satin Rouge is a refreshing view of a foreign culture.
- 60L.A. WeeklyL.A. WeeklyPredictable as Satin Rouge's plot points may be, it ultimately resists characterization as an amiable and conventional tale of sexual rebirth.
- 60TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonaghTV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonaghVividly photographed in shimmering colors and driven by a propulsive score.