The Toronto Film Scene'''s William Brownridge wrote, "With such an interesting mystery, great performances, and themes of hope and acceptance, Donovan's Echo is a great debut for Jim Cliffe". Similarly, David Voigt of The Toronto Examiner added in his review, "For a debut feature, Cliffe shows real skill as a solid storyteller with an eye for casting as well.
William Brownridge of The Toronto Film Scene praised "Donovan's Echo" as a captivating mystery, featuring exceptional performances and themes of hope and acceptance, deeming it a remarkable debut for Jim Cliffe. David Voigt of The Toronto Examiner echoed this sentiment, highlighting Cliffe's talent as a storyteller with an eye for casting in his review.