My personal favorite film from Sundance. In this sort of "coming of age" story I thought the acting by Thomasin McKenzie was top notch, and being from Portland myself I really enjoyed the familiar locations shown in this film. There wasn't much dialogue in this movie, and I can see that turning a lot of people off because it can be seen as a slow film, but I didn't mind that. There were a lot of metaphors and connections shown visually between the two main characters and the animals they were near which I really enjoyed, and I felt that this film did a great job of showing the story rather than just telling it.

The characters were multi-dimensional which played into the overall political statements regarding government overstepping and regulations, as well as the lack of healthcare and treatment for our veterans coming back from war. This film is one that had a voice with out saying much due to the camera angles and the way it was shot. This film is a must watch for anyone, I hope it is picked up by a major distributor so all can enjoy. Thank You Sundance for bringing this!

Ben Foster and Thomasin McKenzie are sublimely cast, creating nuanced and indelible characters that will leave you in suspense about how they can come to terms with the world without breaking each other's hearts.

Judging by both her talent and the Debra Granik seal of approval, we would say that Thomasin McKenzie is one to watch out for.

There's a lot to watch and enjoy in this film that takes the time to look at faces properly and that constructs a totally believable world of misfits and underdogs.

A small, intimate film, contained in both scale and content, but undoubtedly solid. [Full review in Spanish]

It's a movie that will live with me for a long time.

Subtle but assured to the end, Granik's film is all undertow, but it irresistibly grabs you.

A profound story about love, family, loyalty, understanding, and compassion.

A refreshing look at humanity in general, "Leave No Trace" is a universal, unforgettable experience.

This is the gentlest I've ever seen Ben Foster. Of course, Will is still tortured. He's a veteran but he doesn't rage and he doesn't even lash out at people interrupting his peace. He channels it into something positive.

While certain aspects ofLeave No Traceremain inscrutable, what's undeniable is the hopefulness Granik finds in those who live off the grid.

As a depiction of a certain corner of American life, Leave No Trace is vivid and true.

Granik and her Winter's Bone writing partner Anne Rosselini have once again burrowed into the lives of the truly forgotten people of the United States, only this time they're without a marketable whodunit hook.

[Director Debra Granik] made a film of grace and power, a story of people lost and found in America that often shows us at our noble and humble best. How rare and refreshing that is these days.