Hancock

The cineplex’s have been filled with super-hero action movies for the past decade or so. Hancock is the only one that tried something drastically different…and it worked. Will Smith plays the title character which is a complete departure from the usual Smith role. Hancock is brash, crude and drunk most of the time. Yet, because of Smith’s impeccable comic-timing and charisma we still find ourselves rooting for Hancock. Smith is able to give the character dimension and even vulnerability at times. We are once again reminded why Will Smith is the last movie start, and the most bankable.

Charlize Theron and Jason Bateman provide excellent supporting roles. I am happy to see Jason Bateman doing so well this past year. Juno was a huge success for him and this was a great way to follow up that independent gem. Charlize Theron is just as talented as she is attractive and that says a lot.

Overall, this movie was engaging, funny and exciting. It’s a great departure from the super-hero movies that we’ve been seeing this past decade. The movie also offers a great twist that you don’t see coming which only adds to the dynamic story line and great performances of Smith, Theron and Bateman.

Missy Cinema Score: A-