In any event, artistically incomplete though it may be, Closed Circuit is a chilling, disturbing film.

Full Review | Feb 12, 2021

Closed Circuit isn't so much of a misstep as a missed opportunity to say something noteworthy.

Full Review | Aug 23, 2019

Circuit had the potential for conveying its cinematic trade as an emotional vacuum for insinuation, interrogation, infiltration and ideology. Instead, it swoops up the lint of an arbitrary character-driven thriller that tediously talks

Full Review | Original Score: 2/4 | Nov 14, 2018

The acting is adequate, but even their hearts don't seem to be in it the majority of the time.

Full Review | Nov 14, 2018

As it is, despite being extremely well-acted, it's just another OK spy thriller to add to the pile.

Full Review | Original Score: 6/10 | Nov 14, 2018

Everything does work harmoniously for the majority of Closed Circuit, to create the exact taut mystery of governmental corruption and legal system loopholes I desired.

Full Review | Original Score: B- | Jun 28, 2016

The progressively intriguing atmosphere is heightened by the inclusion of several standout sequences...

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/4 | Nov 20, 2015

The film's attempts to expose flaws in the criminal justice system or give insights into the war against terror seem superficial, but Closed Circuit is entertaining in a sub-Hitchcock way.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 21, 2014

I think this moves at a rapid pace. I think it has got really good performances.

Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/5 | Feb 18, 2014

This is a genre I usually enjoy and while CLOSED CIRCUIT has some shortcomings it's a thought-provoking thriller.

Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/5 | Feb 18, 2014

Layered with strongly crafted characters, and snaking thriller plot, the results are compelling, thought provoking, and highly entertaining.

Full Review | Feb 7, 2014

A story that hinges on a point of legalese is every bit as dreary as it sounds.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/5 | Feb 7, 2014

Even allowing that the shortcomings of tactfulness are partly what it's about, the film's own tactfulness feels vaguely unsatisfying.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/5 | Feb 4, 2014

With superficial characters, this look at the British justice system is a dour disappointment.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.0/5 | Dec 23, 2013

A twisty, attention-demanding legal thriller, it works for about half its length before the plotting and plausibility suddenly, inexplicably turn to water.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/5 | Dec 6, 2013

If this is indeed the time to ask hard questions of ourselves and our government, Closed Circuit shouldn't be the film we turn to for inspiration.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/5 | Dec 1, 2013

The trailers have sold this film as a slick thriller, but unfortunately Closed Circuit is more chamomile tea than Red Bull.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Nov 27, 2013

An entertaining reminder that legal affairs are rarely black and white.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Nov 7, 2013

Closed Circuit may tackle some heavyweight issues but it ends up feeling lightweight.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/5 | Oct 29, 2013

Some moody night-time London location work from cinematographer Rob Hardy almost saves the day, but overall it's a losing battle.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/5 | Oct 28, 2013