See How They Run (2022)

O'Sullivan finds the film a witty, cosy, clever mystery that deserves a sequel. She particularly praises Saoirse Ronan's comic timing, while criticizing Sam Rockwell's distracting accent and an unnecessarily complicated subplot.

The review presents the film as a riotously entertaining send-up of murder-mystery conventions. Its headline singles out Saoirse Ronan’s performance as a particular strength.

The review calls the film a nostalgic, meta murder mystery and a lively night at the pictures. It praises the silliness, which viewers should embrace.

Nicholson finds the film an enjoyable, snappy retro comedy that balances giggles with suspense. She especially praises the brisk, fanciful editing and the energetic performances of Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan.

The critic finds the film a mischievous, entertaining send-up of whodunit conventions. Saoirse Ronan’s performance as the enthusiastic Constable Stalker stands out amid the strong cast.

The film is an entertaining, stylish comedy, though its mystery does not fully satisfy. Freer especially praises the rapport between Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan.

The standfirst presents the film as an aggressively clever debut. It singles out the murder investigation led by Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan, but the full critical verdict is unavailable.

The review finds the film competent but too reverent and toothless in its satire to rise above a self-aware genre exercise. It praises Saoirse Ronan’s performance and says the mystery’s actual resolution is more compelling than its red herrings.

Bradshaw finds it a likably silly, disposable comedy that offers a welcome alternative to solemn Christie adaptations. He particularly praises the droll chemistry between Sam Rockwell’s world-weary detective and Saoirse Ronan’s idealistic assistant.

Barsanti calls the film a pleasant trifle that breaks little new ground, though it improves on The Mousetrap. He praises the jewel-box cinematography, luxe production design, and committed performances for helping the film’s whimsy work.

The critic finds the whodunit mostly humdrum and an uninspired Christie imitation. Saoirse Ronan stands out for making an interesting character from the script’s broad sketches.

Strong finds the film predictable and irritating, with little of Christie’s wit or intelligence. She particularly criticizes its reliance on tired stereotypes about women and gay men.

The critic finds the film a pleasant but forgettable diversion that ultimately staggers under its self-conscious, overfamiliar mystery conventions. They praise Adrien Brody’s performance, while faulting the film for lacking enough humor or grit.

Rooney finds the whodunit romp limp and short on energy, fizz, and genuine wit. He singles out Saoirse Ronan’s spirited comic performance as the film’s chief merit.

Macnab finds the film inane and its murder mystery incoherent, despite its comic energy. He praises Saoirse Ronan’s deadpan performance and the playful recreation of 1950s London theatreland.

The critic finds the film clever to a fault, with an overstuffed plot that slows as red herrings accumulate. Saoirse Ronan’s performance stands out, though the film’s idea about art and life is dismissed as casually handled.

The critic calls it a funny, heartfelt whodunnit that exceeds expectations and delivers on its genre conventions. She especially praises the cast and the film’s blend of physical comedy, sharp writing and self-aware satire.

Fletcher calls the film a joyful, deftly constructed whodunnit and praises its playful blend of theatre history, Christie reverence, and movie-trope humor. She particularly singles out Saoirse Ronan’s comic performance and Mark Chappell’s clever script.

The critic finds it a stylish, frequently hilarious old-fashioned romp, though the narrative wobbles when it turns too serious. Saoirse Ronan’s charming performance and the lively comic energy are singled out for praise.

The review presents the film as an engaging take on the whodunnit, built around Agatha Christie’s legacy. It singles out the layered mystery and the historical context of The Mousetrap as key parts of its appeal.

Bui finds the film a fun, frothy, self-aware whodunit, though its familiar plot and limited satirical bite keep it from being groundbreaking. She praises Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan, especially Rockwell’s performance as the world-weary detective.

The critic finds the film charming and funny, but ultimately vapid and too enamored with its own cleverness. They praise its well-constructed mystery, expressive humor, and Saoirse Ronan’s performance.

The headline suggests the critic finds the screwball mystery underwhelming, despite its promise. It singles out the film’s half-speed pacing as a complaint.

The critic finds the ambitious mystery comedy leaden and unsuccessful. They fault its crowded, overcomplicated construction and say its references overwhelm its basic pleasures.