Film Review

‘Sweet Dreams’: Knoxville’s Drama Acting Surprisingly Good

In ‘Sweet Dreams,’ Johnny Knoxville’s a long way from his ‘Jackass’ roots, deep in dramatic acting territory, and surprisingly effective.
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‘Sweet Dreams’: Knoxville’s Drama Acting Surprisingly Good
The Sweet Creams softball team: (L–R)  Cedric (Shakewell), Cruise (Bobby Lee), Garvey (Theo Von), and Morris (Johnny Knoxville), in "Sweet Dreams." Paramount Pictures
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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R | 1h 35m | Comedy, Drama, Sports | April 12, 2024

Known primarily for the “Jackass” series—that wacky and extremely painful stunt-comedy franchise that appeals to 14-year-old boys (and the inner 14-year-old boys who live in the hearts of most men), Johnny Knoxville’s dramatic acting chops are continually a revelation.

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the chief film critic for The Epoch Times, and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. He earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by a classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is cited in the book "How to be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to film, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, martial arts, rock-climbing, qigong, and human rights activism.
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