4 stars out of 5 -- [W]hile Danny Boyle’s new film is still a largely warm and frequently surprising affair, its unusual premise gives it an edge that other jukebox hits -- BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, for example -- have lacked.

From a film perspective, neither the structure, the narrative nor the plot is really impressive. What is impressive is the music. Full Review

Yesterday is not trying to be anything other than what it promises: a gleeful ride through a wild premise with some feel-good music to keep you going along the way. Full Review

'I don’t believe in Beatles,' John Lennon once sang. This silly and sincere pop confection, energetically directed by Danny Boyle, wonders what might happen if nobody else did, either.

Your typical romantic comedy with a fantastical fairytale component that provides the film with a unique spin on conventional genre tropes. Full Review

Rating: 3/5 -- Boyle does have two fun leads in Patel and James, though, and a wonderful musical accompaniment, even if those songs are performed by Jack and not the Fab Four. Full Review

It's an endearing high-concept fantasy, even though the premise doesn't bear a ton of scrutiny. Full Review