William Stottor Loud and Clear Reviews Aug 13, 2024 3.5/5

Two stubborn mules – one young, one older – shift from confrontation to affection in the predictable but moving Juniper.

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Paula Vázquez Prieto La Nación (Argentina) Jul 5, 2024 3/5

When New Zealander Matthew J. Saville's debut film breaks away from its emotional devices and predictable approach to emotional catharsis, it successfully gets to the essence of its characters. [Full review in Spanish]

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Pablo O. Scholz Clarín Jul 5, 2024 3/4

Charlotte Rampling only needs to show one of her famous looks to gain our attention and sympathy. And in Juniper, she does it once again. [Full review in Spanish]

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Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Jul 13, 2023 B-

It's a cynical and unconvincing film about the bonding between generations.

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Chance Solem-Pfeifer Willamette Week Mar 8, 2023 2/4

Filmmakers should showcase Rampling’s indomitable presence and deep-set eyes for as long as she’s working, but ideally with more actors capable of facing the look.

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Alyssa Christian Next Best Picture Mar 3, 2023 6/10

Saville’s directorial debut is solid, just like his script, even if it is not groundbreaking. Despite being rather slowly paced, at 94 minutes, the film goes by rather quickly and doesn’t feel like it overstays its welcome.

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Christy Lemire FilmWeek (LAist) Mar 3, 2023

It feels personal in a lot of the details and production design... That elevates it from a generic story.

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Wade Major FilmWeek (LAist) Mar 3, 2023

We've seen this a million times -- but not with Charlotte Rampling, and she's what elevates this.

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Richard Crouse Richard Crouse Mar 2, 2023 3/5

Juniper takes some time to get where it is going, but once invested in this odd couple, the familiar story beats fade and the strength of the relationship takes over, making for a more interesting ride to the film’s predictable conclusion.

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Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com Mar 1, 2023 8/10

The evolution of a relationship between a seventeen year old boy and his grandmother is emotionally fulfilling.

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Joel Copling Spectrum Culture Mar 1, 2023

The film turns toward a two-hander for the promising newcomer and the effortlessly brilliant acting legend.

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Jude Dry IndieWire Feb 27, 2023 B

The movie holds back at every potential dramatic turn, gripping the emotional reins tight where it could have loosened them. But Rampling brings a quiet gravitas to the surly character.

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Rex Reed Observer Feb 27, 2023 3.5/4

Charlotte Rampling coming out of semi-retirement is an occasion that should be accompanied by fireworks — and she provides the fireworks herself in this film about healing fractured family dynamics.

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Neely Swanson Beverly Hills Courier Feb 27, 2023

The script is a good one and the director keeps things moving emotionally.

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Leo Brady AMovieGuy.com Feb 26, 2023 3/4

Juniper is a lovely story of people connecting, with the young discovering their purpose, and the old passing on their wise knowledge of what it means to have lived.

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Peter Sobczynski RogerEbert.com Feb 24, 2023 3/4

[Rampling] brings a refreshing tartness to "Juniper" that keeps it from sinking entirely into gooey sentimentality.

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Erick Massoto Collider Feb 24, 2023 A-

Juniper is a tough watch that constantly reminds us that, for some people, life is a collection of regrets, unsaid words, and failed relationships.

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Todd Jorgenson Cinemalogue Feb 24, 2023

Rampling’s captivating performance bolsters this slight yet heartfelt drama about fractured family dynamics.

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Jared Mobarak Hey, Have You Seen ...? Feb 24, 2023 8/10

[A] poignant film centering the psychological toll of difficult lives rather than the goal to ease their pain. That exists too, but as a byproduct of their strength to deconstruct the games society often demands we play in lieu of confronting the truth.

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Anne Brodie What She Said Feb 24, 2023 4/4

A poignant and sometimes difficult look at the ways we can change if we open our minds and accept that connection and conversation to recover from trauma. The story’s based on the filmmaker's own experiences.

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