Radio (2003) Critic Reviews

There is no cynicism in Radio, no angle or edge. It's about what it's about, with an open, warm and fond nature. Every once in a while human nature expresses itself in a way we can feel good about, and this is one of those times.Read the full review

A gentle film yet develops increasing dramatic tension beneath its easygoing, fair-minded surface.Read the full review

Radio is assembled from small, hard stones of ignorance and intolerance paved over by large, mushy examples of community goodness.Read the full review

Though probably well-intentioned, Radio comes off as manipulative of its audience and exploitative of the mentally challenged. Read the full review

Radio is almost as bad as it gets. That it isn't is thanks to Ed Harris, who brings depth and focus to his performance.Read the full review

There's no arguing that Cuba Gooding Jr. is trying to do right by the mentally disabled James Robert Kennedy.Read the full review

A tall glass of hogwash that's terrified to declare itself the racial-healing melodrama it is. Read the full review

Mr. Harris's coach is not a flashy role. But the actor, who effortlessly embodies an all-American ideal of strength and decency, drains as much of the syrup from his character as any actor could hope. Read the full review

The cast, which includes Alfre Woodard and Debra Winger, manages to give thoughtful performances that salvage the film's integrity. Read the full review