While the pace of “Sadie” meanders and is often a bit pokey, the excellent cast, including Danielle Brooks as Carla, the local bartender and Rae’s best friend, brings your attention fully to the dramatic goings-on in this tiny community.

Katie Walsh

Los Angeles Times

Sadie remains a clear-eyed portrait of maternal love, teenage turmoil, and the singular type of tight-knit bonds formed, out of necessity in many cases, in low-income communities.

Derek Smith

Slant Magazine

Sadie is a grim and moving character study grounded by exceptional performances.

John Fink

The Film Stage