Cynthia Vinney CBR Jun 8, 2020

Soundwave gets so caught up in Ben's evasion of Frank that it sacrifices the promise of its interesting sci-fi ideas and its throwback sensibility, instead devolving into a generic thriller.

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Jim Schembri jimschembri.com May 25, 2020 3/5

Smart, slick-looking, idea-driven sci-fi chase film about a boy genius trying to keep his good invention out of bad hands.

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Bill Arceneaux Neaux Reel Idea May 22, 2020 4/5

Imagination most matured, this is. Resourceful, punch-packing, and straight-up fun.

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Rafael Paz Butaca Ancha May 22, 2020

Soundwave isn't looking to reflect on the implications of Hunter's invention, but rather with creating an effective thriller. [Full Review in Spanish]

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Jennie Kermode Eye for Film May 21, 2020 2.5/5

This enjoyable if rather lightweight outing will appeal to younger teenagers and pass the time well enough for older viewers, but one is left hoping that its big idea will be picked up and given the more substantial treatment that it deserves.

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Rosalynn Try-Hane Liquid Marmalade May 19, 2020

It is on the whole engaging although the script, especially the emotionally charged sections, is not as focused as it needs to be leading to the film feeling longer than it actually is.

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Monique Jones Just Add Color May 18, 2020

If you like discovering new sci-fi films, give Soundwave a try; its focus on realism despite the fantastical, plus its focus on character, will keep you intrigued.

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Matt Brunson Film Frenzy May 16, 2020 3/4

If 1999's The Sixth Sense was the movie that featured a boy who uttered, "I see dead people," Soundwave could easily be tagged as the film with a boy who could mutter, "I hear dead people."

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Jordan Calhoun Black Nerd Problems May 15, 2020

Still, I would recommend Soundwave for aspiring filmmakers at least for seeing a low-budget film tackle a high-concept idea without relying on special effects as a smokescreen.

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Jeffrey M. Anderson Common Sense Media May 8, 2020 3/5

A nifty, effective, low-budget sci-fi movie, this imaginative effort features decent acting, simple but clever visuals, and a likable teen-superhero-type vibe, though it could have gone even deeper.

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Jared Mobarak Jaredmobarak.com May 8, 2020 6/10

Enough does thankfully come across, however, so we can appreciate what Narang is doing and saying regardless [of the film's shortcomings].

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