“Ben's arrogance and pride in raising his children this way contradicts his hatred for modern America. He's a tyrant... his kids are all fantastic people, but they have very little free will.” Reddit · r/flicks · 9 years ago
Despite high scores like its on Rotten Tomatoes , the film faces specific criticisms: Captain Fantastic
: The cinematography by Stéphane Fontaine is noted for capturing both the "danger and solitude" of the forest and the "personal family dynamics". Points of Contention “Ben's arrogance and pride in raising his children
: Several critics found the final act "simplistic" or "clichéd," arguing it sacrifices the story's complex moral dilemmas for a "feel-good" resolution. Captain Fantastic
: Reviewers praise the film for tackling "taboo" subjects like mental illness and suicide with frankness and maturity.