Sundance 2016 Tomatometer Scores

Critics Consensus: Intelligent, empathetic, and well-acted, First Girl I Loved explores teen romance from a refreshing - and emotionally resonant - perspective.

Synopsis: Anne falls in love with the most popular girl in her high school. When she confesses how she feels to her best friend Clifton, he... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Brianna Hildebrand, Pamela Adlon, Dylan Gelula, Mateo Arias

Directed By: Kirun Sanga

Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.

Synopsis: Released from prison for a crime he didn't commit, a man (Boyd Holbrook) goes on the run with a woman (Elisabeth Moss) who's suspected of... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Boyd Holbrook, Elisabeth Moss, Sung Kang, Waleed Zuaiter

Directed By: Jason Lew

Critics Consensus: The Fundamentals of Caring gets maximum mileage out of the chemistry between its well-matched leads as it follows a fairly well-worn coming-of-age road trip route.

Synopsis: A writer (Paul Rudd) retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen's caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Paul Rudd, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Ehle, Craig Roberts

Directed By: Rob Burnett

Critics Consensus: Goat isn't an easy watch, but its thought-provoking themes, talented cast, and all-out intensity offer rewards for viewers willing to tough it out.

Synopsis: Nineteen-year-old Brad is a new college student and wants desperately to fit in. Taking a cue from his older brother, Brett, Brad decides to pledge... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Ben Schnetzer, Nick Jonas, Gus Halper, Danny Flaherty

Directed By: Andrew Neel

Critics Consensus: The Greasy Strangler definitely isn't for everyone, but filmgoers in step with its off-kilter stride are in store for a singular cinematic experience.

Synopsis: Ronnie (Michael St. Michaels) runs a disco walking tour along with his browbeaten son, Brayden (Sky Elobar). When a sexy, alluring woman named Janet (Elizabeth... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Michael St. Michaels, Sky Elobar, Elizabeth De Razzo, Gil Gex

Directed By: Jim Hosking

Critics Consensus: Green Room delivers unapologetic genre thrills with uncommon intelligence and powerfully acted élan.

Synopsis: Members (Anton Yelchin, Alia Shawkat) of a punk-rock band and a tough young woman (Imogen Poots) battle murderous white supremacists at a remote Oregon roadhouse.

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Imogen Poots, Alia Shawkat, Joe Cole

Directed By: Jeremy Saulnier

Critics Consensus: The Hollars gathers an impressive assortment of talented stars; unfortunately, it's all in service of a story that's been played out more effectively in countless other indie dramedies.

Synopsis: A man (John Krasinski) returns home to his dysfunctional family after learning that his mother (Margo Martindale) has a brain tumor.

Starring: John Krasinski, Margo Martindale, Sharlto Copley, Richard Jenkins

Directed By: John Krasinski

Critics Consensus: The charmingly offbeat Hunt for the Wilderpeople unites a solid cast, a talented filmmaker, and a poignant, funny, deeply affecting message.

Synopsis: A boy (Julian Dennison) and his foster father (Sam Neill) become the subjects of a manhunt after they get stranded in the New Zealand wilderness.

Starring: Sam Neill, Julian Dennison, Rima Te Wiata, Rachel House

Directed By: Taika Waititi

Critics Consensus: Indignation proves it's possible to put together an engaging Philip Roth adaptation -- and offers a compelling calling card for debuting writer-director James Schamus.

Synopsis: A Jewish college student (Logan Lerman) falls for a young woman (Sarah Gadon) while clashing with his dean (Tracy Letts) in 1951 Ohio.

Starring: Logan Lerman, Sarah Gadon, Tracy Letts, Linda Emond

Directed By: James Schamus

Critics Consensus: The Intervention's familiar plot is enlivened by complex character dynamics and a likable cast.

Synopsis: A weekend getaway for four couples takes a sharp turn when one of the couples discovers the entire trip was orchestrated to host an intervention... View Full Synopsis

Starring: Clea Duvall, Melanie Lynskey, Natasha Lyonne, Vincent Piazza

Directed By: Clea Duvall