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It's a pity that the plot culminates in a slew of melodramatic contrivances that leave a lot of strands hanging.
Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
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American Heart
Overview
An ex-convict is tracked down by his estranged teenage son, and the pair try to build a relationship and life together in Seattle.
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86%
Tomatometer
Fresh
Not since "Straight Time" with Dustin Hoffman has there been a film that more convincingly depicted the plight of the ex-con in his struggle to earn an honest living than the engaging "American Heart."
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Fresh
A gritty, well-meaning drama about a father and son on the fringes of society.
Todd McCarthy, Variety
Fresh
Compassionate; moving; heavy-going.
Tom Charity, Time Out
Fresh
It's time to recognize Mr. Bridges as the most underappreciated great actor of his generation.
Janet Maslin, New York Times
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