The Moderator is a "lost cause" from start to finish. Unless you are a die-hard fan of the supporting cast or looking for a "so bad it's good" B-movie experience, it is generally recommended to skip this one.

Some viewers found Irma Lake to be a striking presence on screen, though her performance was hampered by difficult dialogue.

The film is frequently criticized for poor editing, "clunky" dialogue that feels more like a lecture than a conversation, and inconsistent color grading.

One redeeming quality noted by viewers at Rotten Tomatoes is the high-quality footage of Moroccan locations.