We Can Be Heroes
We Can Be Heroes

We Can Be Heroes

2020Movie97 minEnglish

When alien invaders capture Earth's superheroes, their kids must learn to work together to save their parents - and the planet.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes48%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users74%
Director: Robert RodriguezGenres: Action, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

When an alien invasion kidnaps Earth's superheroes, their kids must learn to work together to save their parents and the world. These unlikely heroes discover that their own unique powers, when combined, can help them rescue their parents and save the day. It's a high-stakes adventure where the super-powered children must put aside their differences and learn to cooperate.

Critical Reception

We Can Be Heroes received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its family-friendly nature, vibrant visuals, and energetic action sequences. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the character development somewhat superficial, though its appeal to younger audiences was widely acknowledged.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its colorful aesthetic and fast-paced action suitable for children.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and under-developed characters.
  • Appreciated as a fun, lighthearted superhero adventure for the whole family.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'We Can Be Heroes,' appreciating its fun, family-friendly entertainment value and the exciting superhero action. Many found it to be a delightful watch for kids, though some adults noted that it felt geared more towards a younger demographic.

Fun Fact

The film is a standalone sequel to Robert Rodriguez's 2005 film 'The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D'.

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