Observe and Report

"Right now, the world needs a hero."

Apr 10 2009 R 1h 26m
Comedy, Crime, Drama

Mall security guard Ronnie Barnhardt is called into action to stop a flasher from turning shopper's paradise into his personal peep show. But when Barnhardt can't bring the culprit to justice, a surly police detective is recruited to close the case.

Plot

Ronnie Barnhardt lives with his alcoholic mother. He's chief security guard at Forest Ridge Mall, where he's in love with Brandi, a cosmetic sales clerk, and gets a free coffee each day from Nell, a cheery clerk in the food court. A flasher haunts the mall's parking lot, and at night, thefts occur. Ronnie is intent on catching the criminals but has no investigative skills, is delusional about his abilities, and makes mad accusations. His bête noire is Detective Harrison, the city cop sent to investigate. Ronnie thinks he could be an officer, thinks he stands a chance with Brandi, and slowly loses his self control. Will reality set in? What about redemption?

Written by

Jody Hill

Directed by

Jody Hill

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

De Line Pictures, Legendary Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

1 win & 4 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
66,304
Average Rating
5.8 out of 10
Metascore
54
Popularity
NA