Notionally based on real-life events, 2017’s American Made doesn’t appear to be too weighed down by fidelity to historical accuracy. Which does make it a much more entertaining film than it might have been were it entirely devoted to the truth.
Indeed, while it’s entirely implausible that much of what happens in the 115 minute running time could ever have happened in real life, I am perfectly happy to suspend my disbelief when a movie is this much fun.
Score for Christmasishness
Definitely not a Christmas film, but Christmas does feature in the plot a bit. And it is broadly relevant in that it serves as a device to highlight the ever-increasing wealth of the protagonist, as well as providing a reminder of where that wealth has come from, given that he enjoys much of the festive period celebrating with the Medellín Cartel. It would be a stretch to make a compelling case for adding this to your annual festive viewing schedule, but it’s a pretty good film, even if the Christmas credential are dubious.
James Proclaims! 