American Heart 1992

Critics score:
73 / 100

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Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times: 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." Read more

Janet Maslin, New York Times: It's time to recognize Mr. Bridges as the most underappreciated great actor of his generation. Read more

Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader: It's a pity that the plot culminates in a slew of melodramatic contrivances that leave a lot of strands hanging. Read more

James Berardinelli, ReelViews: Read more

Tom Charity, Time Out: Compassionate; moving; heavy-going. Read more

Todd McCarthy, Variety: A gritty, well-meaning drama about a father and son on the fringes of society. Read more