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John DeFore, Hollywood Reporter: True second-chance story doesn't come to life onscreen. Read more
Martin Tsai, Los Angeles Times: The screenplay by Lane Shadgett and director Trevor White relies far too much on telling rather than showing. Read more
David Hiltbrand, Philadelphia Inquirer: For such a seriously street film, Jamesy Boy has some surprisingly sappy moments. But the redemptive ending, while thin, is genuinely gratifying. Read more
Christy Lemire, RogerEbert.com: A film with a message of inspiration, to be sure, but not much in terms of innovation. Read more
Inkoo Kang, Village Voice: White's decision to shackle his film to a redemptive arc ends up making Burns's story an argument for juvenile imprisonment. Read more