Will & Harper Reviews
This is a quiet, thoughtful and surprisingly moving piece of cinema.
| Jan 28, 2025
This is a warm and funny movie about navigating friendship in a changing political and social landscape. It is instructive to a certain extent. I learned some things about what Harper is going through, and got a new appreciation for Will Farrell.
| Original Score: B | Jan 16, 2025
Greenbaum pinpoints the tension between the hate eating away at parts of US society and the tremendous potential that the country still has.
| Original Score: 5/5 | Jan 13, 2025
A crowd-pleasing documentary that shows the power of love and friendship.
| Original Score: B | Dec 31, 2024
the biggest of salutes goes to Steele, who puts herself on a giant pedestal for the world to judge in the documentary. Sure, the attention to her life can be rewarding, but I also bet it’s surreally scary as well.
| Dec 29, 2024
Greenbaum’s film is a tribute to allyship and enduring love, but, most importantly, it’s about connection through conversation.
| Dec 19, 2024
While there is much discussion about how Harper has had to learn how to live as a trans person, we get to watch first hand as Will learns to be a good ally. It's this emotional journey that – like all good road-trip films – is the real heart of the film.
| Original Score: 5/5 | Dec 1, 2024
An altogether charming documentary, a road movie and buddy comedy rolled into one that isn’t afraid to stumble, make mistakes, and be imperfect.
| Original Score: 3/4 | Nov 27, 2024
Will & Harper is a great documentary that proves the way to defeat hate is through courage, love, and a liberal dose of laughs.
| Nov 11, 2024
Will & Harper is unlikely to be life-changing, and those people who had issues with the trans community before will avoid it. However, the world is made up of choices and for those who choose to engage there is much to enjoy.
| Nov 5, 2024
Will & Harper is a compassionate film that chooses kindness and celebration over pain and trauma.
| Oct 26, 2024
A tender, funny, and socially significant film that entertains, educates, and inspires. It serves as a reminder that love, friendship, and human connection can flourish even in the face of prejudice.
| Oct 22, 2024
The storytelling is tight and efficient, while also allowing space for the vulnerable, heartfelt moments to breathe. It's a film that inspires, uplifts, and -- most importantly -- reminds us of the power of true connection.
| Oct 21, 2024
This documentary is less a documentary and more a breezy road film, propelled by the irresistible camaraderie of two funny people at the wheel.
| Oct 21, 2024
. Steele says she’s learned that a trans person to expect anything so she was ultra-cautious, but the trip seemed to settle her. A nice tribute to a long friendship, acceptance.
| Original Score: 4/4 | Oct 18, 2024
The presence of Ferrell and director Josh Greenbaum’s documentary crew is obviously a safety net, but nonetheless this is mostly a feel-good affirmation.
| Oct 11, 2024
Will & Harper allows its audience to simply be in these places with these people, frequently finding its best moments in those small, real human connections.
| Original Score: 10/10 | Oct 10, 2024
Not only is it a beautiful human portrait full of warmth and empathy, but it is also a valuable political manifesto that avoids becoming a brochure for its cause. [Full review in Spanish]
| Original Score: 4/5 | Oct 7, 2024
The combination of humor and sincerity propitiates an emotional connection with the viewer and promotes understanding. [Full review in Spanish]
| Original Score: 6/10 | Oct 7, 2024
It broadens one’s understanding of the world and the humans who populate it. And it makes everyone feel good.
| Original Score: 3.5/4 | Oct 7, 2024