Over the past month, we've seen just how brutal this regime can be, even toward its own citizens. (timesunion.com)
Lawrence, the director, conjures compelling evidence for Dominika's dual allegiances — her growing relationship with the American agent feels convincing, but the punishingly brutal regime of Charlotte Rampling's stern matron throws doubt into the mix as Lawrence, the actor, is put through the wringer. (empireonline.com)
But the simple fact is we have the right to criticise what is one of the most brutal regimes that's going in the way it treats its Palestinians. (theguardian.com)