American: The Bill Hicks Story
Watch TrailerBill Hicks, a rebel comic from Houston, transforms the stage into a pulpit. His scalding jokes about religion, politics, and consumer society are not mere stand-up routines but philosophical manifestos. The film breathes life into archival footage through animation, tracing his journey from a teenage wisecracker in Texas clubs to a cult voice of a generation. It captures not only his triumph on British television but also his battle with censorship at home, where his truth was deemed too dangerous.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2010 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy, Documentary |
| Director | Matt Harlock |
| Runtime | 102 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.4/10 (80 votes) |
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The filmmakers expertly avoid textbook dullness by using animated photos and friends' voices instead of a narrator. This creates the effect of a personal album where Hicks lives, rather than becoming a monument.
What lingers after viewing is not just laughter, but an aching sense of loss—what a powerful force his voice could be today. The film proves that true satire is timeless. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Matt Harlock
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The charged silence before the laughter erupts, then a thoughtful pause.
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