Unstoppable
critic Reviews
, 77% Certified Fresh Tomatometer Score- With the magnetic Jharrel Jerome as its champion, Unstoppable is an inspirational sports story that honestly earns audiences' cheers.
- , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreG. Allen JohnsonSan Francisco Chronicle
Jerome and Lopez build an undeniable chemistry that powers the movie, and it wouldn’t work at all unless Jerome wasn’t excellent as well. He is.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreLeonard Maltinleonardmaltin.com
I fear this straightforward telling of Anthony Jerome’s life story will be too “ordinary” to make waves during awards season, but that’s OK: I’m pretty sure moviegoers will approve
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreChristy LemireFilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)
It's kind of a paint-by-numbers sports movie, but I do appreciate that it is not overplaying the uplift.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreCraig MathiesonThe Age (Australia)
The movie is keyed in to struggle and triumph, and on those narrow terms it’s a success.
Read full article - , Rotten Tomatometer ScoreThomas FloydWashington Post
A lackluster biopic.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreJohn AndersonWall Street Journal
Audiences will be rooting for Anthony, thanks almost entirely to Mr. Jerome.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreBruce R. MillerSioux City Journal
“Unstoppable” doesn’t pin an unbelievable story. But it certainly makes you want to see it turn out well. Raise your hand for this one.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreJohn SerbaDecider
The real Anthony Robles is absolutely an inspiration, and the movie about him is serviceable enough to do him reasonable justice thanks to Jerome’s rock-solid performance and the steady hand of director William Goldenberg.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreLinda and Al LernerMovies and Shakers
Jerome and Jennifer Lopez bond playing mother and son in a film that’s truly an inspiration for all aspiring athletes. William Goldenberg keeps it real with a tight hold on the script and in the ring.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreDan BuffaRamble On With Buffa (Substack)
Cheadle and Lopez, along with a very good Michael Pena, make all the big moments hit for extra power. Lopez goes understated in the role of the fiery mother behind the incredible son; she could have hammed it up and still produced a good performance.
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