My Bodyguard
Clifford Peache, an easygoing teenager, is finding less than easy to fit in at his new high school, where a tough-talking bully terrorizes his classmates and extorts their lunch money. Refusing to pay up, Clifford enlist the aid of an overgrown misfit whose mere presence intimidates students and teachers alike. But their "business relationship" soon turns personal as Clifford and the troubled loner forge a winning alliance against their intimidators - and a very special friendship with each other.
Critics Sentiment
Ricky fights and ultimately defeats Mike in combat
Mike vandalizes Ricky's motorcycle and pushes it into the lagoon
The dramatic drop from Ricky opening up through friendship (7.0) to the devastating destruction of his motorcycle (4.2), followed by the eventual recovery to his triumphant fight victory (8.2).
The film builds steadily from its realistic school bullying setup through the developing friendship between Clifford and Ricky, reaching emotional depths when Ricky's motorcycle is destroyed and his tragic backstory is revealed. Critics consistently praised the authentic character development and performances, particularly Baldwin's debut, culminating in a satisfying climactic confrontation that feels earned rather than contrived.
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Chris Makepeace
Clifford Peache
Adam Baldwin
Ricky Linderman
Matt Dillon
Melvin Moody
Paul Quandt
Carson
Hank Salas
Mike
Joan Cusack
Shelley
Dean R. Miller
Hightower
Tim Reyna
Koontz
Richard Bradley
Dubrow
Denise Baske
Leilani
Vicky Nelson
Freddy
Tom Rielly
Reissman
Paul Charbonneau
Allen
Laura Salenger
Girl
Bert Hoddinott
Burt
Cindy Russ
Cheerleader No. 1
Laurie McEathron
Cheerleader No. 2
Lori Mandell
Crying Girl
Dean Devlin
Boy
Ruth Gordon
Gramma
Crew
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