Diane Selkirk claims to find this British sleeper to be "just about a perfect film." Includes image, score, users' rating, and links.

Luke Buckmaster finds vocal powerhouse Jane Horrocks overshadowed by the supporting cast. Includes cast and crew.

Peter Brunette cites the film as a "rarity": an adaptation of a stage play that actually works, with an appropriate downbeat ending. With links.

Gemma Files finds the film "theatrical in all the worst ways," aside from its terrific performances. Link to the trailer and an interview.

Lachlan Gilbert finds much to recommend in the musical dramedy's performances, script, and direction. Includes ratings and user comments.

Reviewer characterizes the film as "a good date movie for boring, overweight, middle-aged white couples." Includes ratings and user comments.

Review of the dark comedy by The Fixer applauds all the performances, calling Jane Horrocks' voice "seriously impressive." Includes rating.

Heather Clisby applauds the film as a whole and singles out Jane Horrocks as "roof-off-the-house incredible."

Sean Axmaker complains that director Mark Herman has unintentionally drowned out Little Voice's story in the "big noises around her."

Cindy Fuchs contends that "the movie never loses the feeling that it's really a play," but offers bouquets for the performances.

Chicago Sun-Times film critic singles out Jane Horrocks in her star turn as the reclusive singer to be "absolutely fabulous." Includes ratings.

Charles Taylor finds little to like, save for Jane Horrocks' "so uncannily accurate they're eerie" impressions of Dietrich, Garland, and Holiday.

G. Allen Johnson reviews the film about the mousy girl who comes alive impersonating divas such as Bassey, Dietrich, and Garland. With ratings.

Wesley Morris calls Jane Horrocks' performance as a shy girl with a big voice "show stopping." With links and a publicity still.