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I created an account just so I can rate this movie. This movie seems like it was randomly thrown together. I think it would have done so much better as a parody of thrillers than actually be considered a thriller.

American Romance, though a violent rendition of love experiences, is without question a fresh cinematic depiction of the complicated subject of love with great depth. The raw sexual scenes were necessary to underscore the carnal level, while the dialogue buoyed the more cerebral forms of love relationships. I only recognized one actor in the movie--John Savage--who is an awesome actor, but all of the other actors carried their parts with great professionalism. Each really excelled in their roles. There were a number of unexpected twists and turns in the film. It was a serious and complicated thriller which is not for the faint of heart. I highly recommend it.

American Romance can be seen as a satire on American life. It's loving. It's bible quoting. It's about a trucker. It's about a marriage counsellor having sex with his paralyzed client. The violence is against people who cheat and don't keep their commitments. John Savage gives a great performance. Nolan Gerard and Daveigh Chase are the married couple committed to killing those who deserve it. It works surprisingly well.