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6 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 75TheWrapWilliam BibbianiTheWrapWilliam BibbianiThere’s hope to be found in There’s Something in the Water, in the good intentions and implacable drive of the protesters.
- 70The Hollywood ReporterJordan MintzerThe Hollywood ReporterJordan MintzerFor those who have never heard of these cases, this short and very to-the-point exposé can be an eye-opening experience, especially as it is set in country we tend to idealize for its wholesomeness.
- 63RogerEbert.comMonica CastilloRogerEbert.comMonica CastilloWhile the documentary has the feel of a scrappy passion project, the message itself remains powerful. Given the chaotic times, There’s Something in the Water also serves as a stark reminder that not all governments have their citizens’ best interests at heart.
- 60VarietyDennis HarveyVarietyDennis HarveyIf There’s Something in the Water isn’t the most sophisticated treatment of the issues it scrutinizes, it nonetheless makes a very convincing case for protections against environmental harm being applied equally to all members of society.
- 50Los Angeles TimesMichael OrdoñaLos Angeles TimesMichael OrdoñaWhat results is an emotional appeal that highlights a grave problem but doesn’t give the viewer the scientific, factual foundation to be completely convinced. The film also doesn’t offer solutions.