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2020
PG
Netflix
1 h 40 m

2020
PG
Netflix
1 h 40 m

Summary When alien invaders kidnap Earth's superheroes, their kids are whisked away to a government safe house. But whip-smart tween Missy (Yaya Gosselin) will stop at nothing to rescue her superhero dad, Marcus Moreno (Pedro Pascal). She teams up with the rest of the superkids to escape their mysterious government babysitter, Ms. Granada (Priya...

Directed By: Robert Rodriguez

Written By: Racer Rodriguez, Robert Rodriguez

2020
PG
Netflix
1 h 40 m

2020
PG
Netflix
1 h 40 m

We Can Be Heroes

Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 10 Critic Reviews

51

User Score Mixed or Average Based on 24 User Ratings

4.1

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Summary When alien invaders kidnap Earth's superheroes, their kids are whisked away to a government safe house. But whip-smart tween Missy (Yaya Gosselin) will stop at nothing to rescue her superhero dad, Marcus Moreno (Pedro Pascal). She teams up with the rest of the superkids to escape their mysterious government babysitter, Ms. Granada (Priya...

Directed By: Robert Rodriguez

Written By: Racer Rodriguez, Robert Rodriguez

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Critic Reviews

Metascore

Mixed or Average Based on 10 Critic Reviews

50% Positive
5 Reviews

40% Mixed
4 Reviews

10% Negative
1 Review

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Critic Reviews

Metascore

Mixed or Average Based on 10 Critic Reviews

50% Positive
5 Reviews

40% Mixed
4 Reviews

10% Negative
1 Review

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Dec 31, 2020

Robert Rodriguez delivers a family-friendly film that feels like his most personal project yet. We Can Be Heroes is a cheerful and colorful take on the superhero genre with a powerful message about empowering younger generations to take the reins and do better than their parents.

By Rafael Motamayor FULL REVIEW

Chicago Sun-Times

Dec 25, 2020

Though aimed at a young audience, this is one of those superhero adventures that will keep the adults entertained as well.

By Richard Roeper FULL REVIEW

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User Score

Mixed or Average Based on 24 User Ratings

33% Positive
8 Ratings

17% Mixed
4 Ratings

50% Negative
12 Ratings

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User Score

Mixed or Average Based on 24 User Ratings

33% Positive
8 Ratings

17% Mixed
4 Ratings

50% Negative
12 Ratings

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Dec 26, 2020

It's a visual feast; the use of vibrant and colorful CGI here draws inspiration from its spiritual predecessor, "The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl." It occasionally takes hilarious jabs at contemporary superhero films (Marvel and DC's), is goofy, self-aware, and overall doesn't take itself too seriously. These qualities can be delightful for young audiences, and even for adults like myself. At its core, "We Can Be Heroes" is a movie that brings to the forefront strong messages about youth empowerment, collaboration, and leadership, which somehow mirrors what many young people are doing today; they take charge in shining a light on pressing issues such as climate change and social inequalities, and making strides to develop sustainable solutions. The message is powerful and delivered crystal clear, which no superhero film has ever done in the past.

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Jan 1, 2021

Only for kids. But to be honest I don't think they'll find it very entertaining either.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Dec 25, 2020

Much like Rodriguez's Spy Kids films, We Can Be Heroes proves silly, light-hearted fun for its target audience, blissfully free of ponderousness and enlivened by antic humor.

By Frank Scheck FULL REVIEW

Dec 25, 2020

Rodriguez’s kid movies are always sweet-natured, and do an admirable job of speaking directly to their target audience. But while he can generate countless environments from his Austin studio, the camerawork on these projects, constrained and uninspired, hints at their single-room origins.

By Jesse Hassenger FULL REVIEW

Jan 14, 2021

As a bouncy childcare aid, it doesn’t exactly fail, but you might be better off asking an eight-year-old about that. It’s witless fare if you want the whole family entertained.

By Tim Robey FULL REVIEW

Dec 25, 2020

This is pretty ho-hum stuff, but it could keep very young kids quiet over a lockdown Christmas.

By Peter Bradshaw FULL REVIEW

Dec 25, 2020

Robert Rodriguez’s film, like The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D, fundamentally lacks a sense of wonder.

By Derek Smith FULL REVIEW

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Dec 30, 2020

Maybe the kids will have a good time, beyond that, this is a rude throwback for Robert Rodriguez. And yes, it's true, it's not like there isn't a lot of this in his career, and it's obviously fun for him to make them, but frankly, he no longer explores anything relevant in these types of productions.

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Matheus19082006

Dec 29, 2020

[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]

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Jan 1, 2021

The movie was disappointing. The message it sends is that kids should be in charge. Don’t trust the adults. Really a dumb movie.

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Jul 21, 2022

Wow! This one was a painful one to watch. A really trash movie all around. Nothing good about it.

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Apr 23, 2022

[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]

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Production Company Double R Productions (II), Quick Draw Productions, Troublemaker Studios

Release Date Dec 25, 2020

Duration 1 h 40 m

Rating PG

Genres

Tagline Power comes in all sizes.

Website https://www.netflix.com/title/80994666

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Awards

Austin Film Critics Association

• 1 Nomination

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