While at the 20th annual Philadelphia Film Festival this past October, one of the most memorable movies I encountered was a hockey comedy called Goon. Seann William Scott stars as Doug Glatt, a bouncer turned semi-pro hockey goon. The film, which is set for an Spring 2012 release, was entertaining on many different levels. As a sports movie, Goon offers a well crafted underdog story centered around the oddest form of team unity imaginable. As a comedy, Scott (most known for his role as Stifler in American Pie) provides an onslaught of laughter that reigns supreme until the final puck drops. Most surprising though is how effectively Goon resonates on a dramatic level. Scott's character Doug Glatt is a lovable buffoon just trying to find his place in the world. Check out the trailer for Goon (posted above) and keep it in mind for when Spring rolls around.
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