American Trash

Yeah, I watched it. American Trash. And let me tell you something-this one doesn't ask for your approval. It doesn't play nice, it doesn't clean up its face to make you comfortable. It bleeds. It burns. It tells the truth-the kind you buried under years of lies, trash, and plastic smiles.

I don't particularly care to explain nothing to you.

I don't look up at you for any reason to bring my report card home anymore, and neither does this film.

LaSardo don't act here he remembers.

You can see it in his walk, in his voice, in the dead stare of someone who's lived through it and didn't come back for your applause.

These aren't characters, they're the ones you labeled, discarded, locked up, pushed out. And they still exist.

We're done begging for your stamp of approval. This movie doesn't ask if it can speak-it screams through the cracks of a rotting system. You call it trash? That's a mirror you're looking into-and it scares you.

The pain in this film is earned. It's the raw, twitching pulse of people who've been run through the gears of your machine and spit out half-alive. It's trauma, survival-it's love in pure form. The kind you don't understand because you were too busy pretending everything was okay while the world burned behind your gated walls.

American Trash ain't trying to make you feel good. It's trying to make you see.

The blood, the loss, the wild truth beneath the makeup of your civilized sickness.

But what can you teach other people?

That's what I'd like to know too.

Because society already thinks it knows.

But society is just a jellyfish controlled by the people who move the sheep around.

I endorse this movie.

Because it doesn't pretend.

Because it remembers the forgotten.

Because it's real.

And if that makes you uncomfortable... Good

Feel free to honor your programming on anything that does not conform to your standards that live in a basement posturing in authority to the rats that run your keyboards.

Charlie Manson.

The story involves a veteran with ptsd that has been trying to cope since his time in service, he meets a girl which quickly becomes what he feels is his other half, a tragic incident happens to her leaving the man in a peril state.

Robert LaSardo takes a different path in a more dramatic approach showing his character is going through more than what is met. The environment is very well shot heightening the mood and setting for the characters, very well shot camera work and cinematography. The cast is well placed for such a dire situation when it primarily focus on one character.

Robert's character goes through various feelings such as connecting,spirituality, seeking an inner sanctum of self salvation, carrying a burden and not when or how to rid of it even when you try to get the right support.

It can also teach us that even a consequence needs to be paid rather than learning to accept and improve on self character. Sometimes a painters self aggression needs to use the brush and paint his reflection in a different perspective, in a different form. Fans of Robert LaSardo's work will see a deeper side of his character and notice that everyone can become their worst enemy, everyone can become the monster they didn't know could be, everyone can repent and find the light of solitude.

It is worth watching to feel and to exercise the meaning of "righteousness " this feeling I would call a two sided shade of grey that anyone can relate to.

Robert LaSardo not only delivered an exceptional performance but as a storyteller, he knocked it out the park! They don't make movies like this anymore and the tragic story he has written resonates on a very deep level. This is a love story and delves deep into humanity, our environment and the psychology of ptsd. The cast did a great job supporting this story and the production value is very high considering the low budget this film had. The score is haunting and brings you back to a time long ago. If you haven't seen this film you should, it's an emotional ride that will leave you stunned. I adored this film and I highly recommend it!

"American Trash," directed by and starring Robert LaSardo, is a compelling addition to the genre of gritty urban dramas. LaSardo, known for his intense character portrayals, steps into the director's chair with confidence, delivering a film that's both visually engaging and emotionally resonant. The story follows a war veteran grappling with PTSD, finding solace in the embrace of a vibrant environmentalist. Together, they navigate the stark landscapes of Venice, California, in a narrative that's as much about personal redemption as it is about romantic entanglement.

What stands out in "American Trash" is LaSardo's ability to craft a character that's deeply flawed yet profoundly human. His performance, complemented by a strong supporting cast including Lorelei Linklater and the late Tom Sizemore, adds layers to a script that explores themes of love, loss, and the quest for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The film's aesthetic, with its 1960s color palette and evocative score, further enhances the atmospheric storytelling.

Critically, "American Trash" has been well-received, with viewers and critics alike praising LaSardo's dual role as director and lead actor. The film not only showcases his dramatic range but also his skill in guiding a narrative that's both heart-wrenching and thought-provoking. If you're in the mood for a film that challenges the norm with its raw depiction of life's underbelly while still offering moments of genuine connection and beauty, "American Trash" is definitely worth watching. It's a movie that lingers with you, prompting reflection on the human condition long after the credits roll.

My husband and I finally got a chance to watch "American Trash" on Amazon Prime and we loved it! Robert LaSardo is a U. S. Navy Veteran and wrote and directed the unique story, which brings insight into the suffering that PTSD inflicts on soldiers. The production value was excellent, with the realistic and gritty cinematography adding to the themes of social decay and too little empathy for our Veterans. The acting by the entire cast was top notch throughout. Robert LaSardo, Costas Mandylor, and Tom Sizemore show why they are stars, as their charismatic presence just jumps off the screen. Gigi Gustin gave a beautiful performance, and I was so happy that Tom Sizemore was at the top of his acting game in one of his last roles! This is a must see and congratulations to Robert LaSardo and producer Diana Carter!!! 💖💖💖