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Cast

Woody Harrelson
as Arthur Poppington/Defendor

Elias Koteas
as Chuck Dooney

Kat Dennings
as Katerina Debrofkowitz

Michael Kelly
as Paul Carter

Sandra Oh
as Dr. Park

Lisa Ray
as Dominique Ball

Clark Johnson
as Captain Fairbanks

Tatiana Maslany
as Olga

Kristin Booth
as Wendy Carter

Dakota Goyo
as Jack Carter

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Audience Reviews for Defendor

• Jun 23, 2013

  Defendor is a surprising treat for fans of superhero movies. The film has an impressive cast and a good storyline. Some may say that this is similar to Kickass, but it is very different. I personally feel you can't compare the two and both of them do something that the other movie can't. Woody Harrelson is great here, and he delivers a well executed performance that is fun and funny. The rest of the cast are fine as well and each brings something to the film that just makes this such an original and refreshing movie that is worth checking out. I can see why Kickass might be a similar film, but the plotline for this film is very different, and in many ways a bit better. Defendor seems a bit overlooked with the success of Kick Ass and if you've that film, you'll probably enjoy this other take on the superhero genre. Harrelson is great here and he manages to deliver a wonderful, humorous performance that makes the film what it is. Give this film a shot; it is definitely worth your time if you want something that is original and quite different from everything else that we've seen. Defendor is an underrated film that definitely is better than what the critics have said. Give it a shot, you'll surely enjoy it. Films like this are fun to see because they think outside the box, and offer something really good for viewers looking for something interesting to watch. Defendor is a gem of a movie, and one that successfully combines comedy and drama into one memorable movie.
  Alex r Super Reviewer
• Jan 05, 2012

  This was a rather enjoyable and strangely touching action caper, with moments of genuine depth and truth. Woody Harrelson proves once again that he's an incredibly versatile and emotionally astute actor, with an arresting performance that carries the story along with remarkable zeal and fun. And while the plot and direction skirt close to sentimentalism towards the end, Harrelson executes the last few scenes in a manner so as not to spoil the quirky edge of the film. A tragic action-adventure film about a mentally challenged man who works as a traffic sign holder by day, but who becomes Defendor by night. Armed with his club, marbles, firecrackers, and angry hornets, Defendor emerges from his secret hideout, helping others and stopping punks, in his effort to find Capitan Industry and bring him down. His exploits pique the interests of a girl, a family, and eventually a whole town. By his youthful wisdom, determined and fearless bravery, he gains many admirers who voice support for his cause. If you're looking for a little adventure or a touching story, take the time to watch Defendor, A very enjoyable movie with great lessons. Don't pass it up! Enjoy! Peace!
  Ovi G Super Reviewer
• Dec 26, 2011

  The local police force in Hammertown? They're simply too overwhelmed to care about the recent wave of crime sweeping the city, those that aren't corrupt. And the bad guys, immigrant drug runners, hardly even care themselves, bored beyond tears with the good life, and killing and murdering. The only soul who does seem to care is a homeless guy (Harrelson, very sympathetic) who's got an I.Q. of maybe 80, tops, and may be a "retard", if not an idiot altogether. His only help is a crack ho, shining him for money for drugs ... can anything good emerge from this veritable shitstorm of filth? Yes, and that's the serio-comic message of hope that this work delivers.
  Kevin M. W Super Reviewer
• Nov 29, 2011

  The premise of Defendor makes it an interesting movie, but not a very good one. It has its moments, the few that they are, but for the most part, it's a disappointment. The main problem with Defendor is the fact that the Woody Harrelson character, Arthur Poppington, is only likable when he is in the role of his superhero alias, Defendor. When he's just plain ol' Arthur, it's a bore. But when he's fighting crime and saying some cool one-liners, it's enjoyable. Problem is that the crime-fighting parts come way too few. It's a shame. I always thought Defendor would be such a good movie, from the moment I saw the trailer back in '09. It's categorized as a comedy, but it's not really all that funny. And though the title character is "slow" and a little insane, the movie isn't a character study. It's just... a movie. A movie that you watch to pass the time. You might smirk a time or two at a line of dialogue or maybe an action scene, and that's probably what writer/director Peter Stebbings intended to happen. But if you laugh, like actually full-out laugh, then you're giving him, and Defendor, too much credit.
  Stephen E Super Reviewer

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