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Geoff Berkshire, Variety: Even if Daniel Junge's documentary falls a bit short of its goal, it deserves points for trying. Read more
Noel Murray, AV Club: Being Evel's story is too plain in the telling, but it's still incredible, and relevant in the way it shows how a person can achieve wealth and fame if he's willing to leap way high-and to endure the inevitable wipeout. Read more
Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic: There was a dark side to this complex man, and while it takes director Daniel Junge a while to get there, he does eventually in "Being Evel," his entertaining and sometimes uncomfortable documentary about the daredevil. Read more
Tom Long, Detroit News: "Being Evel" treads a fine line, making it clear that its subject was a heroic symbol of his times and a clear sports innovator while also acknowledging - and there's no getting around this - that the guy was a huge jerk. Read more
Duane Byrge, Hollywood Reporter: Both a comprehensive personality profile, as well as a smart depiction of Americana. Read more
Michael Rechtshaffen, Los Angeles Times: A savvy documentary that gives the granddaddy of extreme sports his due while gauging the national climate that welcomed his shrewdly timed arrival. Read more
Joe Neumaier, New York Daily News: Those who came of age during Knievel's rise, rise and fall will enjoy the fun moments. But this family-sanctioned film comes up short in terms of objectivity. Read more
Andy Webster, New York Times: "Being Evel" largely nails his story. Read more
Scott Marks, San Diego Reader: Before Mr. T and Steven Seagal, there was Evel Knievel. For those who remember these simple, simpler-minded times, Being Evel is a sure bet. Read more
Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times: It's ultimately a pretty sad story, and definitely not a flattering one. Read more
Alan Scherstuhl, Village Voice: He may not be likable, but he remains fascinating. Read more
Bilge Ebiri, New York Magazine/Vulture: There was a real darkness there - behind the American flags and the fringed jackets and the fireworks - and Being Evel, to its credit, isn't afraid to face it. Read more