Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including wary newcomer (Clarence Maclin), in this stirring true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art, starring an unforgettable ensemble cast of formerly incarcerated actors.
Telegraph – ‘Sing Sing: Colman Domingo proves he’s the most generous of stars in the eye-opening prison drama.’ 5 STARS.
Film Feeder – ‘An outstanding prison drama.’ 5 STARS
The Times – ‘Clearly stamped with “Oscar Season”’ 4 STARS.
The Irish Times – ‘Colman Domingo deserves another Oscar nod for this magnetic performance.’ 4 STARS.
Guardian – ‘Powerful, deeply felt drama takes theatre behind bars.’ 4 STARS.
BBC Culture – ‘This affecting fact-based prison drama is Oscar-tipped.’ 4 STARS.
Time Out – ‘Colman Domingo shines in this love letter to uncaged male vulnerability.’ 4 STARS.
New York Times – Critic’s Pick - ‘A deep tissue turn by Colman Domingo and a breakout performance by Clarence Maclin lift this moving drama about a prison theatre program.’
Financial Times – ‘Real Life Prison Draa with Crowning Glory.’ 4 STARS.
Little White Lies – ‘Domingo and Maclin deliver powerhouse performances.’ 4 STARS.
Games Radar – ‘Colman Domingo’s soulful performance keeps this prison story gripping and gritty.’ 4 STARS.
Sight & Sound – ‘A moving celebration of human creativity.’
The New Statesman – ‘Sing Sing is a tender portrait of creativity behind bars.’
The Irish Independent – ‘Life and art blur in compelling jail theatre symphony.’ 4 STARS.
Total Film – ‘[Colman Domingo] further cements his reputation as one of his generation’s best actors.’ 4 STARS.
Daily Mail – ‘Brilliant chaos in this play within a prison.’ 4 STARS.
Heat – ‘Colman Domingo again confirms he’s one of our finest actors.’ 4 STARS.
Empire Magazine – ‘This is a film to restore your faith in mankind.’ 4 STARS.
Director: Greg Kwedar
Cast: Colman Domingo, Sean Dino Johnson, Clarence Maclin
Film Length: 107mins
Format: 2D
Cert: 15
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