Powder

Powder

1995 · 112 min · EN · PG-13 · 7.0 (720 votes)
Dir. Victor Salva · Starring Mary Steenburgen, Sean Patrick Flanery, Lance Henriksen, Jeff Goldblum, Brandon Smith, Bradford Tatum · Music Jerry Goldsmith

An extraordinary encounter with another human being.

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Harassed by classmates who won't accept his shocking appearance, a shy young man known as "Powder" struggles to fit in. But the cruel taunts stop when Powder displays a mysterious power that allows him to do incredible things. This phenomenon changes the lives of all those around him in ways they never could have imagined.

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This film offers a deeply empathetic and melancholic journey, wrapped in a quiet, wondrous atmosphere. It's a slow-burn exploration of otherness, acceptance, and the profound impact of unique abilities on human connection. The ethereal drama unfolds with a poignant, spiritual undertone, inviting thoughtful reflection on compassion and understanding.

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