Hero

Name: Hero
Genre: Drama
Released: 2021-07-01
Duration: 1 h 22 min
Cast: Marvin Young, Dee Hill, Justin Milton, Curtis Von, Franchesska Melonson

2021·Movie

·1h 22min·

Drama

GreatGoodWatch score

Set your services

Hero fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Tension8
Adrenaline6
Fast Pace6

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

Romance7
Pathos7
Family Dynamics7

Humor

Serious throughout

Wit & Wordplay2
Situational Comedy0
Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality7
Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Direction7
Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Tense

Hero is tense.

More movies with high energy Suspense movies

All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Heart

Medium

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's romantic and moving. Much of it is about family.

More movies with medium heart

All heart traits

Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.

Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Related traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

None

Serious throughout

Expect almost no humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind.

More movies with medium world

All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.

Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

More movies with high craft Suspense movies

All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

More movies with medium style

All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

Skip it if

You want something to laugh at

Find more like it

Suspense movies

Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.

About

Being brave can get you killed.

After a recent breakup, Derrick, a hopeless romantic, moves into a new apartment looking for a fresh start in life. He quickly discovers that his beautiful next door neighbor, Jessie, may be in an abusive relationship. When she reaches out to him for help, they hatch a scheme to get away from danger.

Romantic ThrillerDomestic DramaContemporary RealismPerilous RelationshipEscape & SurvivalNeighborly InterventionPsychological TensionEmotional Stakes

Actors

Dee Hill

Jessie

Curtis Von

Jason

Franchesska Melonson

Fran

Clay Pool

Steve

Crew

Directed by:

Justin Milton

Written by:

Justin Milton

Produced by:

Justin Milton

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hero

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hero legally?

Hero is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.