January 30, 2009
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It's funny because the truth hurts.
Try as you might, a person can't take a quiet whiz in the woods these days without pissing on someone's low-budget backyard mockumentary. They're literally a dime a dozen; I've no doubt you'll be receiving them free in cereal boxes within the next two years. Yet as desperate for originality as I may be, I couldn't help but enjoy Brad Martin's ambitiously cheesy 2008 faux documentary Confessions of an Action Star, though I suspect one's own enjoyment may be directly related to their temperament towards the genre itself. Veteran stunt mastermind David Leitch -- who assumably called in more Hollywood favors than you've had lovers -- stars as Frank Sledge, a former dancer-turned-movie star who embarks on a veritable roller coaster ride through high-class movie stardom, ending, of course, with the implosion of his budding career. The Sledge character is a tangy combination of various action stars from days gone by, including everyone's favorite aikido wizard Steven Seagal. And while some of the jokes directed towards these fallen icons may be in poor taste, the majority of the film is breezy and light-hearted. The numerous cameos are a nice touch, in particular Eric Roberts and the man himself, Mr. Ernie Hudson. However, as interesting as these familiar names may be, it's Leitch and his natural comedic charm that rule the roost. Confessions of an Action Star may be treading on recognized territory, but it certainly deserves attention.
Recipe For Success: David Leitch as Frank Sledge + Al Leong + Matrix: The Musical Better Come Out This Year
When I Need A Lift: I too can be found dancing half-naked with men. For money.
In Thailand.
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