[Tracee Ellis Ross and Dakota Johnson] have a natural chemistry that feels consistently stronger and more interesting than the story arc; the movie has its moments, some of them genuinely delightful
it's a predictable but entertaining set-up, buoyed by the sparkling chemistry between Johnson and Ross, and a glossy Hollywood aesthetic that vibes nicely with the film's energetic pace and smooth soul jams
director Nisha Ganatra's "The High Note" is an extremely savvy picture; Funny, whip-smart, absolutely winning and winsome, this one hits all the right notes
a glossy widescreen package peppered throughout with catchy tunes, The High Note is predictable until it becomes borderline ridiculous; But it's the kind of plush, pleasurable comfort viewing
"The High Note" is the smooth, charming, and chart-topping rom-com that we need right now; Nisha Ganatra has not only made an enjoyable and capable rom-com, but also a chart-worthy pop album
by Ben Travis [Empire Magazine ]
by Barry Hertz [The Globe and Mail ]
