ns feel confusion about choosing the idols in some way. As a part of American dream, the heroism represented wisdom, persistent endeavors, belief and independence. The influence of the heroism from the РAmerican movies still played an important role in shaping the values of Americans. As for the heroism, we should learn from its merits, and make full use of them in different aspects, while treating its disadvantages in a correct way. Р ReferencesР[1] Fishwich, Marshall William. American heroes: Myth and Reality [M]. Public Affairs, 1954.Р[2] Hirschberg, Lynn. What Is an American Movie Now? [J].New York Times Magazine, November 14,2004Р[3] Thomas, William. American Heroism[J]. Navigator November, 2001Р[4] 李东霞,《浅析好莱坞经典影片中的美国精神》[J]科教文汇(下旬刊)The Science Education Article Collects, 编辑部邮箱2008,12期