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Metascore
27 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 83Entertainment WeeklyOwen GleibermanEntertainment WeeklyOwen GleibermanPride doesn't have much surprise, but it's a formula picture of genuine feeling.
- 75Chicago TribuneMichael PhillipsChicago TribuneMichael PhillipsHoward, playing an inspirational and resourceful man up against long odds, really is an inspiration.
- 75Charlotte ObserverLawrence ToppmanCharlotte ObserverLawrence ToppmanIt's about black athletes, and they swim. It's as reassuringly uplifting as its predecessors, but the African-American and aquatic elements set it pleasantly apart.
- 70Washington PostDesson ThomsonWashington PostDesson ThomsonInspired by the true story of Ellis, has Hollywood formula practically stitched to its Speedo. But the characters and the actors who play them are so captivating, we're too entertained and charmed to notice.
- 63Miami HeraldConnie OgleMiami HeraldConnie OgleA measured, magnificently understated and intense performance by Academy Award nominee Terrence Howard (Hustle & Flow, Crash) as Ellis gives Pride its fire and heart.
- 60VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyDespite a second half that feels more routine than its first, Pride is a definite crowd-pleaser.
- 60New York Magazine (Vulture)David EdelsteinNew York Magazine (Vulture)David EdelsteinThis is familiar terrain jazzed up by unfamiliar voices--principally Terrence Howard and his high-pitched, singsong drawl. You don't quite know what he's thinking; he might even be demented. But he keeps you watching and guessing.
- 60Village VoiceVillage VoiceIf nothing else, Pride has the best sports-film soundtrack ever--Philly funk and soul, '70s style. And hell, that'll get ya wet.
- 50The Hollywood ReporterKirk HoneycuttThe Hollywood ReporterKirk HoneycuttTerrence Howard delivers another solid lead performance and competition swimming is a new arena for such films. Nonetheless, Pride is just plain trite.
- 40Austin ChronicleAustin ChroniclePride's story was etched in stone ages ago by mysterious movie powers beyond our understanding, and all the Staples Singers' songs in the world won't keep it from its appointed rounds.