American Dreamer

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Evander I found it to be both funny and wholesome. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/15/24 Full Review liz Nice story, but characters are one dimensional and films pace is slow to the point of boredom. Shirley McLaine is a treasure but is somehow constrained Peter Dinklage plays his usual angry, drinks too much intellectual-type. Based on a This American Life story, I wanted to love it but left feeling blah. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/09/24 Full Review Genxer Great writing, great acting! A must see. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/09/24 Full Review Donagh M American Dreamer” Is the Smart, Sweet Rom-Com We Didn’t Know We Needed American Dreamer is exactly what a modern romantic comedy should be—clever, charming, and just the right amount of chaotic. With Peter Dinklage leading the way as a dryly funny, quietly lovable economics professor chasing an unconventional American dream, this film flips the usual rom-com script in the best possible way. What starts as a seemingly absurd premise—a man trying to secure his dream home by taking in an eccentric elderly tenant (played with scene-stealing sass and wisdom by Shirley MacLaine)—quickly becomes something deeper and far more delightful. Their odd-couple dynamic is the beating heart of the film: hilarious, touching, and unexpectedly profound. Dinklage is magnetic. His comedic timing is sharp, but it’s his subtle vulnerability that makes you lean in. And MacLaine? She’s an absolute force—funny, biting, and full of heart. Their interactions crackle with wit and warmth, as the film explores themes of loneliness, reinvention, and the meaning of home. Unlike your typical rom-com, American Dreamer trades in flashy romance for soul-level connection. It’s less about falling in love and more about waking up to life—with all its mess, magic, and misfit charm. The laughs are real. The emotion sneaks up on you. And by the time the credits roll, you’ll feel like you’ve just spent time with two unforgettable people you kind of wish were your neighbors. Highly recommend Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/26/25 Full Review Locus P Peter Dinklage and Shirley Maclaine are fun to watch, and I think many people would enjoy it just because they are in it, despite the lack of a a good story. The movie had a good premise, but the way it played out was not a fun time. It flopped about like a fish in very, very shallow water. The slapstick was cringey, most conversations went nowhere, and it all had the texture of soup. A big shame. With tight writing and strong direction, this could have been a hit. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/22/25 Full Review bob c Having Shirley and Peter together was a good idea. But it needed a better writer. And a calmer Dillon. Not terrible. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/16/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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