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Alex Garlands new movie Civil War has landed some impressive first reviews after its premiere at SXSW Film Festival.

The new film is sitting at 78% onRotten Tomatoesbased on nine reviews.

Kirsten Dunst in Civil War

Although thats likely to move around a bit as the film nears its release date.

Check out some of the first reviews and reactions below.

Deadlines Valerie Complex writes: “Ultimately, Civil War feels like a missed opportunity.

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Garlands best work - flawless cinematography & gripping from start to finish.”

Colliders Perri Nemirofftweeted: “#CivilWar is phenomenal.

Alex Garlands latest is a wholly consuming war movie.

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Civil War is released in theaters on April 12.

For moreupcoming movies, heres our full list of2024 movie release dates.

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