“It’s a gritty drama that doesn’t send its main characters on a search for personal redemption—and is all the better for it.” thedullwoodexperiment.com · 9 years ago

“There is violence, there is a harsh reality... and there is a pure love... that is not completely protected.” IMDb At a Glance Reviews of Black Tar Road (2016) - Letterboxd

: It uses stylistic choices like black-and-white sequences to represent moments of hope and intimacy between the leads.

: The film is noted for its "raw and honest" storytelling, though it can be "unremittingly bleak" for those sensitive to themes of heavy drug use and despair.

“I hate that this falls into the dead gays trope but other than that i loved this and i'm not sorry about it.” Letterboxd

: While praised for its realism, some reviewers find the narrative can be predictable or "founder" at times due to questionable plot decisions. Community Perspectives

“I appreciate the raw and honest story telling, it feels real and lived in.” Letterboxd