Kamurai
Good watch, could watch again, and can recommend.
I can recommend this, but I feel like it needs a caveat for being a "Super Hero" movie where the "Super Hero" is a drug addict. It's like one step past the line that "Hancock" danced aro...
American Hero
2015Movie86 minEnglish
Melvin, a reluctant hero who is far from super, has been suppressing his telekinetic powers for years with booze, drugs, and women. In the process, he has failed at practically everything, most of all as a parent to his son. After a brush with death, Melvin decides to use his powers for good and clean up the streets of New Orleans with the help of his best friend/definitely-not-a-sidekick, Lucille. For a man who can do the impossible, it might be a fight even he can’t win.
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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Nick Searcy•Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller
Plot Summary
A formerly decorated Marine sniper, haunted by his past, lives a solitary life in a remote cabin. When a group of ruthless individuals kidnaps the daughter of his former commanding officer, he is forced to confront his demons and use his formidable skills to save her. The mission tests his physical and mental limits as he battles against overwhelming odds to bring the girl home safely.
Critical Reception
American Hero received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the performances, particularly Stephen Lang's, the film struggled to distinguish itself within the action-thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Stephen Lang delivers a solid performance as the weary anti-hero.
- The film suffers from a generic plot and a lack of originality.
- Action sequences are competent but not particularly innovative.
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Fun Fact
Director Nick Searcy is also an actor, known for his roles in 'Justified' and 'The Fugitive'.
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