IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes51%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users64%
Director: Errol Sitney•Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime
Arthur Poppington, a mentally unstable man who believes he is a superhero named Defendor, patrols the streets of New York City fighting crime. He is eventually joined by a cynical local journalist and a detective who initially tries to arrest him. As Defendor takes on a mysterious new drug, he uncovers a larger conspiracy that challenges his perception of reality.
Defendor received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many praising Woody Harrelson's performance but criticizing the film's uneven tone and underdeveloped plot. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its quirky premise and others finding it too bizarre.
Woody Harrelson delivers a committed and at times moving performance as the titular vigilante.
The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, leading to an inconsistent tone.
Despite a unique premise, the narrative feels disjointed and fails to fully explore its potential.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated Woody Harrelson's unique portrayal of the mentally challenged superhero and found the film to be an interesting, albeit quirky, take on the superhero genre. However, some found the plot to be confusing and the humor to be hit-or-miss.
Woody Harrelson reportedly drew inspiration for his character's attire from a homeless man he encountered in New York City.
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