Mayday, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, has entered its debut phase. Reviews and reports are starting to appear as the film goes through its initial rollout.

The New York Times describes the film as a Cold War tale built around frenemies. CBC reports the movie takes a direct look at Russia and America. People published an exclusive interview in which Reynolds said he had been totally intimidated working with Branagh.

IMDb has published a rundown of 12 movies like Mayday that viewers may want to see. The early attention places Mayday alongside other Cold War movies.

Mayday is generating coverage across entertainment and Canadian news outlets as it moves through its debut period. The opening stretch of coverage keeps the focus on its Cold War story.