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Defendor (2009). Threatening to be a parody of comic book proportions, Defendor seamlessly becomes a serious and sentimental action flick with comedic overtones. Setting the stage for moral grandstanding, instead this one brings to light both sides of the vigilante question with balanced aplomb. The story was fresh, and any shortcomings were eschewed by the talented cast. Woody Harrison was outstanding in a role that somehow captured the subtle contradictions of a troubled character. Kat Dennings worked with a slightly unbelievable role and brought it to life in an adorably duplicitous fashion. Elias Koteas' role as the nasty antagonist was just as solid. First-time director Stebbings' efforts were rewarded with a memorable flick that should serve as solid vocational stepping stone for further endeavors. Merci beaucoup.