Review of Hesher (2010) by Jeff H — 27 Oct 2011
It's pretty absurd and weirdly sappy toward the end, but I just couldn't help but love it. The plot synopsis definitely made it sound like that episode of the Simpsons when Bart lets Otto move into the basement.
It's not really like that at all, which, I think, is good. I actually kept waiting for the BIG twist at the end, based mostly on Hesher's mysterious early appearances, and was kind of surprised when none came.
But what a character. So fun to watch a guy just go fucking balls out the way this Hesher guy does. He's not inhibited by anything, and it's pretty exciting to watch. The story is engaging, though maybe not as much as the man himself, but engaging nonetheless.
I really felt for the kid, who gives one of the better child performances I've seen.
This review of Hesher (2010) was written by Jeff H on 27 Oct 2011.
Hesher has generally received positive reviews.
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