Despite its alluded sweetness, [Aitch Alberto] succeeds in imposing an almost palpable esthetic sensibility, and of course, succeeds in extracting the best from her young actors. [Full review in Spanish]

Full Review | Oct 5, 2023

Aristotle and Dante is distinguished by its atmosphere of compassion in which expression thrives.

Full Review | Sep 11, 2023

The stories of growing up and finding yourself remain the same, but it’s the moving performances and specific details embroidered on this one that make it so special.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/4 | Sep 9, 2023

A less sentimental, wish-fulfilling approach to Mexican American identity, gay self-discovery and Reagan-era Texas will wait for another day. Until then, fans of “Heartstopper”-style slow-burn romance will eat up this tender film’s subtle charms.

Full Review | Sep 7, 2023

Both young actors are immensely likable in an immensely likable film that reminds us that it’s important to be true to who we are.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/4 | Sep 7, 2023

A sweetly effective sketch of two souls adrift who find harbor with each other. Anchored by strong performances from Pelayo and especially Gonzales, beautiful cinematography...and cool choices in music..."Aristotle and Dante" is worth discovering.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Sep 7, 2023

It’s easy to reduce “Aristotle and Dante” to a queer coming-of-age story, but as told, it’s also one of the most well-rounded teen movies around.

Full Review | Jul 25, 2023

First and foremost a work of queer expression, this is the kind of YA cinema kids deserve.

Full Review | Sep 25, 2022

Aitch Alberto’s story is less about coming out and more about standing in your truth, whatever that may be.

Full Review | Sep 10, 2022

For all its fumbles, I found Aristotle and Dante to inspire more indulgence than annoyance.

Full Review | Sep 10, 2022