"It's a stylish performance from Poitier and an honest, intelligent contribution from Steiger" ★★★★ Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian

"Probably Norman Jewison's best picture." ★★★★ William Thomas, Empire Magazine

"The film's dutiful thriller mechanics are far less important than its politics - it has passed the test of time more for the small gestures and the iconic lines of dialogue."  ★★★★ David Jenkins, Little White Lies