At the Theater- Goon - A redemptive, loosely based on a true story tale of a Bouncer turned Minor-League Hockey enforcer that grew on me as it progressed and had me smiling from ear to ear with it's conclusion. It's admittedly rather thin throughout, one would have hoped that a bit more depth and detail with it's colorful cast had been spread about- a moderate amount of script-doctoring in this regard would have made this good to very good little Sports Comedy into something great. As is, it boasts some very funny dialogue, a pitch-perfect performance from lovable thug Seann William Scott and a somehow strangely heart-lifting third act.
Alison Pill (Scott Pilgrim vs The World) plays the love interest- she better keep her hair style that she sports here because it's the best she's ever looked. Liev Schrieber is the legendary, veteran enforcer that appears to be on a collision course with our hero- I wish he had been given more screen-time and material to flex his chops. Jay Baruchel (Tropic Thunder, Knocked Up) is Goon's foul-mouthed friend and rabid Hockey fan. Kim Coates is rather effective as "Coach" while Eugene Levy is wasted in a couple of quick cameos as our protagonist's Father. Marc-Andre Grondin appears to be the talent to keep a watch for in future endeavors.
Hockey Fans should keep a lookout for a couple of cameos featuring former NHL enforcer Georges Laraque. You don't necessarily have to be a fan of hockey to enjoy it- I hate the sport yet enjoyed Goon quite a bit. Be forewarned: There will be blood!
7.5 outta 10
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