Sur le chemin de l'école 2013

Ben Sachs, Chicago Reader: Though aimed at children, this 2013 French documentary is the sort of direct, expressive, and compassionate filmmaking that can be appreciated by anyone. Read more

Jordan Mintzer, Hollywood Reporter: Despite its earnest message, Plisson's documentary remains mostly on the surface of its subject matter. Read more

Michael Rechtshaffen, Los Angeles Times: Dispensing with any heated rhetoric about the sorry state of education, director Pascal Plisson instead allows this quartet of beautifully photographed incredible journeys speak inspirational volumes. Read more

Ben Kenigsberg, New York Times: The swelling score gives the sense of an inspirational children's movie. True to that form, "On the Way to School" never wavers in its bland uplift. Read more

Chris Packham, Village Voice: The film quietly reveals these four small stories as epically heroic and timeless journeys. Read more