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'Little Woods' review — Tessa Thompson goes against the system

Karl Delossantos
Apr 14, 2019
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Little Woods, Nia DaCosta's directorial debut, finds two sisters going up against a system that doesn't want them to succeed in

One sentence review: Little Woods is a quiet, well-directed character-driven drama that features a powerhouse emotional performance by Tessa Thompson.

One paragraph review: Though it may be on the nose at times, Little Woods is a tense and emotional look at the political issues we're arguing about today are that affecting people's lives — from the opioid crisis to access to healthcare. However, much of its success lies in a quiet, but powerful performance by Tessa Thompson.

Where to watch Little Woods: Available to buy on Amazon.

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