True heroes
True heroes

True heroes

2010Movie90 minSpanish

An animated retelling of Mexico's Independence war, as seen through the eyes of three different people.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes10%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Adam ShankmanGenres: Comedy, Drama, War

Plot Summary

A U.S. Army Captain stationed in Afghanistan is surprised to find his ex-girlfriend is now working as a correspondent for a national news organization. Their reunion is complicated by the ongoing war and the challenges they face.

Critical Reception

True Heroes received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its blend of comedy and drama to be uneven and its plot predictable. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, with many finding the film to be a tonal mess that failed to deliver on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, resulting in a disjointed viewing experience.
  • The plot is predictable and relies heavily on clichés, offering little originality.
  • Performances are generally seen as underwhelming, failing to elevate the weak material.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's lack of focus and underdeveloped story. Many viewers felt it was a missed opportunity to explore its themes with more depth and sincerity, ultimately finding it to be a forgettable comedy-drama.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious drama but was retooled with comedic elements, contributing to its mixed critical reception.

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