My Son, the Hero
My Son, the Hero

Movie spotlight

My Son, the Hero

1962
Movie
111 min
Italian

Krios, the youngest of the Titans, may be the least strong of the seven brothers whose strength comes from their mother, earth-goddess Gaia, but is by far the smartest, and thus their natural leader. He arrives on Crete, the kingdom of the mighty king Minos, impresses him as gladiator, gains his trust, falls in love with a mortal girl and discovers both Minos's human sacrifice-cult and a foreign conspiracy to seize power with a hidden army.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Norman TaurogGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

In this musical comedy, two bumbling characters, Slick and Chuck, try to make it big in show business. They get involved in a series of misadventures as they pursue their dreams of stardom, encountering various obstacles and eccentric personalities along the way. The film features musical numbers and slapstick humor typical of its era.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'My Son, the Hero' received mixed to negative reviews, largely due to its thin plot and reliance on established comedic formulas. While some audiences appreciated the musical performances and the familiar presence of its comedic actors, critics generally found the film to be uninspired and lacking originality. It is often considered a lesser entry in the careers of its stars.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's plot is considered weak and predictable.

  • Musical numbers provide some entertainment value, but don't elevate the overall experience.

  • Relies heavily on dated comedic routines.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed reception, with some viewers enjoying the nostalgic musical elements and comedic performances, while others found it to be a forgettable and simplistic comedy.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the final projects for comedian Bud Abbott, who was struggling with health issues and financial difficulties at the time of its production.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review