Stating the Obvious

This week's Nick Cannon Freedom Medal of Valour goes to Duane Byrge of The Hollywood Reporter who wrote this in his review of "American Son" :

"As the most honorable young Marine, Cannon exudes a confident charm and a steely will. It's a terrific and sympathetic performance."

Congratulations. You sir, get it.

Also stirring:

"On leave for Thanksgiving from Camp Pendleton, Pvt. Mike Holland (Nick Cannon) Greyhounds to a much-needed R&R at his home in Bakersfield. Getting into the spirit, Mike connects with an attractive fellow traveler, Cristina (Melonie Diaz), who also lives in Bakersfield. Mike sets her in his sights for the long weekend, realizing there might be resistance -- he is black, she is Latino."

Take that Paul Haggis. Word.