Chevalier (2023)

"That this movie... leans too mightily on romance to the detriment of exploring more fully (Bologne's) genius feels like a missed opportunity."

"(Harrison Jr. uplifts) the lesser parts of this biopic for a visually resplendent and captivating take on a musical genius."

"Even when it’s hitting false notes, Chevalier dazzles because of the untapped magic of its central character."

"For myriad reasons Chevalier’s energy and imagination never feel adequately reflected in this cinematic retelling."

"It’s grand, sweeping and lavishly appointed, but also bombastic and contrived."

"The oft-deployed levity... risks flattening the film’s more serious interests. Nevertheless, as a celebration of a musical genius, Chevalier is a wildly entertaining ride..."

"A moving portrait of an unheralded figure that barely crescendos beyond a basic portrait."

"Williams’s film struggles to live up to the bombastic, wildly entertaining beginning."

"Chevalier (is) less a definitive portrait than a fascinating departure point for further reading and research."

"Beautifully and elaborately designed, the film offers delicious period-piece eye candy..."