95
Metascore
15 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 100The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Kate TaylorThe Globe and Mail (Toronto)Kate TaylorWith exuberant naturalism from its non-professional actors, and a standout performance from Kosar Ali as Rocks’s best friend, the film covers the highs and lows of female adolescence with compelling sensitivity.
- 100The Observer (UK)Mark KermodeThe Observer (UK)Mark KermodeWhat a wonderful, heart-breaking, life-affirming gem of a movie this is.
- 100CineVueChristopher MachellCineVueChristopher MachellRocks is a faultlessly authentic study of contemporary young life in the inner city.
- 100The GuardianPeter BradshawThe GuardianPeter BradshawThis film is such a rush of vitality. It rocks.
- 83The PlaylistElla KempThe PlaylistElla KempThe beat is infectious, these girls’ stories a resounding celebration.
- 80The Hollywood ReporterStephen FarberThe Hollywood ReporterStephen FarberThis potent work about stolen childhood deserves attention because of the freshness of the cast and because it confirms that Gavron is a director to watch.
- 80The Irish TimesTara BradyThe Irish TimesTara BradyA film that feels as authentic as it is boisterous.
- 75Film ThreatHanna B.Film ThreatHanna B.Rocks’ moments of brutal realism depicting the seriousness of its protagonist’s real-life drama will hit you hard or make you wonder why life is so unfair.