Review of American Hero (2015) by John S — 31 Dec 2016
Cutting to the chase: this is not, thankfully, another super hero blockbuster. Though a block does get busted. But enough with the spoilers. Let's move on.
Tough to tell just what the hell "American Hero" is all about. A faux doc? A sappy family tale? A gritty drama? A twisted comedy? Whatever. There is something entrancing about this little indie film, in spite of its various personalities. And that something is Stephen Dorff, who manages to morff his way through a glorious mess. As Melvin, he's a good buddy, a party animal, a bad but trying hard dad, and the owner of some crazy kinetic powers. A barfly superhero with a tarnished heart of gold, Melvin keeps trying to do the right thing, and for the most part, failing miserably.
The wicked special effects are a surprise in such a seemingly small time film, and though that bit of smoke and mirrors should totally derail the story, it all actually works.
Enjoyable to say the least. Surprising to say the most.
- hipCRANK.
This review of American Hero (2015) was written by John S on 31 Dec 2016.
American Hero has generally received mixed reviews.
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