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Adventures of Power

  • 2008
  • PG-13
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
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Adventures of Power (2008)
In his quest to become the world's greatest air-drummer, a small-town dreamer must overcome obstacles and ridicule to save the day.
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In his quest to become the world's greatest air-drummer, a small-town dreamer must overcome obstacles and ridicule to save the day.In his quest to become the world's greatest air-drummer, a small-town dreamer must overcome obstacles and ridicule to save the day.In his quest to become the world's greatest air-drummer, a small-town dreamer must overcome obstacles and ridicule to save the day.

  • Director
    • Ari Gold
  • Writer
    • Ari Gold
  • Stars
    • Ari Gold
    • Michael McKean
    • Jane Lynch
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.8/10
    2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ari Gold
    • Writer
      • Ari Gold
    • Stars
      • Ari Gold
      • Michael McKean
      • Jane Lynch
    • 21User reviews
    • 44Critic reviews
    • 39Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins total

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    Ari Gold
    Ari Gold
    • Power
    Michael McKean
    Michael McKean
    • Harlan
    Jane Lynch
    Jane Lynch
    • Joni
    Shoshannah Stern
    Shoshannah Stern
    • Annie
    Chi Ling Chiu
    Chi Ling Chiu
    • Michael Fong
    Adrian Grenier
    Adrian Grenier
    • Dallas Houston
    Luis Accinelli
    • Jalisco
    Jennifer Barbosa
    • Seattle Grrl
    • (as Jenny Barbosa)
    Karen Berg
    • Dallas's Girl
    John Bianco
    John Bianco
    • Anthony
    Paul Boruff
    • Hippie Musician
    Jacki R. Chan
    Jacki R. Chan
    • Seattle Grrl
    Tony Devon
    Tony Devon
    • Dean
    Markie Dunn
    • Samantha
    Richard Fancy
    Richard Fancy
    • Dick Houston
    Annie Golden
    Annie Golden
    • Farrah
    Garry Goodrow
    • Trenchcoat Man
    Scott Hanks
    • Dodge Truck Dude
    • Director
      • Ari Gold
    • Writer
      • Ari Gold
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    User reviews21

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    10mcnalj

    Contains more laughs than 99% of mainstream Hollywood comedies

    I was lucky enough to catch this movie and thought I'd throw in my tupenceworth. I've sat through many a so called comedy and not been moved to write about them but this film is dramatically different. Ari Golds debut feature has laughs aplenty. The characters are both funny and engaging. I won't spoil the plot other than to say it involves the unusual subject of 'Air Drumming' but I cannot recommend it highly enough. Ari is a riot throughout but is well rewarded by the brilliant casting as each of the characters brings something to the movie. I would particularly praise the casting of gorgeous Shoshannah Stern as Powers (Ari Golds) love interest. Despite being completely deaf she is able to inspire Power to new heights of air drumming greatness. Quirky & fantastic by the same measure I recommend you see it now!
    lga219

    A Rare Comedy that has Heart

    A rare comedy that has heart featuring a lovably awkward protagonist (Power) and 80's style humor wonderfully reminiscent of Wayne's World. Power as a character is definitely innocent yet eccentric in that same kind of Garth way. He's also very relatable on his quest to fulfill his passion, which in his case is to be a drummer even though he never played because he couldn't afford a drum set of his own.

    Adventures of Power is both silly and surprisingly powerful in moments. Without taking itself too seriously the film still manages to address serious social issues and intertwine it's own unique humor. Memorable scenes are thoughtfully edited to music with an undercurrent of social commentary on worker's right and class warfare that no one has really touched on in films so much recently, or done so in such a poetic way. The film also is full of amazing classic rock and has a nostalgia which is also rare to find. It carries an important message of following your own path and passion even when you can't afford to (or even when your parents disapprove of you). The kind of determination of Power, though in jest and good fun, make this an inspirational uplifting comedy for generations to come. I feel like this is the kind of film that seems really simple on the surface but actually has many layers. Definitely one to see more than once. A must see for the dreamer in all of us.
    10gerardwaysmcrgirl-12101

    Fun and meaningful movie.

    Adventures of Power is a brilliant movie that tells a story of a man named Power who sets out to change the world for the better using the thing he loves the most in life.....air drumming. I have seen this over and over and plan to watch it many more times.
    10kivosanli

    Don't Stop Believing!

    Wow, what a movie. Ever seen a movie about playing air guitar and wondered how about all the people i see out at the bars air drumming? Well you guessed right. There is a bunch obsessed with air drumming too.

    This one has all the elements for a rating of 10. It is painfully hilarious and at the same time it is very deep, and real life. It is intended all of us (and by that I mean ALL of us)who have a unique 'trait'/ a random whatever that others might look down on. You can't help to root for the main character but it is not as typical of a movie as that makes it sound to be.

    The main character reminded me of the naiveness of John Heder as Napoleon (and they do very strangely look like each other). This movie is all about identity, and it goes to prove that 2 people from completely different backgrounds and personalities can still share a common something.

    Shoshannah Stern ties this movie together, and just like the movie she has this incredible ability to be funny and sad at the same time. You really feel for her, as she feels for Power.

    For Adrian Grenier, it's like there was this one role I knew would be perfect for him and I couldn't quite put my finger on it. But here he is as a country star. One word = hilarious.

    If you are passionate about music (especially rock & roll), you should see this one asap.
    8cekadah

    power noodle

    a quirky story told with quirky characters. if you watch the movie you will understand my title!

    i do not know if this movie will become a cult classic or not, but it's a classic for good laughs and a humorous adventure tale. along the way some social issues are thrown in to show how silly we are to take unimportant things way to seriously. and we don't take the important things seriously enough.

    power's adventure can look a bit dangerous at times but he stays focused on his goal and finds love and respect because of it - a simple much told message - but power tells it his way! a light hearted movie for fun and laffs. i can't recommend this movie enough. but good luck finding it as a rental. i got lucky! my favorite characters are the oriental couple!

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    • Trivia
      Amara Kopakova, the artist who did the painting of the factory and the painting of the wolf featured in the film, painted them in the living room of her studio apartment in Salt Lake City. It was the last project she worked on before moving back to New York.
    • Connections
      Featured in Trailer Failure: Jennifer's Body, Inception, Ninja Assassin, Power & Astro Boy (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Crib Hip Hop Mashup
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    • Release date
      • January 20, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Приключения Пауэра
    • Filming locations
      • Helper, Utah, USA
    • Production companies
      • Grack Films
      • Andrea Sperling Productions
      • SpaceTime Films
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    • Budget
      • $2,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $17,419
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $4,254
      • Oct 11, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $17,419
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 29m(89 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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