Review of The Hammer (2010) by Charles P — 24 Apr 2013
If you are entertained, like me, by sports movies where the underdog comes on strong, then you'll want to stream this one on Netflix. It's about a deaf boy, Matt Hamill, who discovers wrestling as his key to success in a hearing world. It didn't bother me that it got sappy and sentimental in the last ten minutes, because I was really invested in this guy's story. Russell Harvard does a admirable job in the starring role.
For me decades have passed since I watched a memorable film (i.e., Children of a Lesser God) about the experience of deafness. This one educated me about issues parents face in raising a deaf child. It was a great evening's entertainment.
This review of The Hammer (2010) was written by Charles P on 24 Apr 2013.
The Hammer has generally received positive reviews.
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