Project Power

Superpowers from a pill ignite chaotic thriller

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About Project Power

Released: 2020

Platform: Netflix

Rating: R

Run time: 1h 53m

Cast
Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Dominique Fishback, Rodrigo Santoro, Courtney B. Vance, Amy Landecker, Machine Gun Kelly, Tait Fletcher, Allen Maldonado, Andrene Ward-Hammond

About Project Power

"Project Power" is a 2020 action and adventure film that takes viewers on a thrilling ride through the streets of New Orleans as characters navigate the dangerous world of a pill that grants superpowers for five minutes. The movie dives into themes of power, corruption, and the lengths people will go to in order to gain an advantage.

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About

In "Project Power," a mysterious pill hits the streets of New Orleans, offering its users a temporary superpower unique to each individual, but the catch is that they can't predict what power they will receive until they take the pill. As the pill's popularity grows and its dangerous side effects become more apparent, a local cop (played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt), a former soldier (played by Jamie Foxx), and a teenage dealer (played by Dominique Fishback) team up to take down the group responsible for its creation.

Making / Production

"Project Power" was directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, known for their work on "Nerve" and the "Paranormal Activity" franchise. The film features stunning visual effects to bring the superpowers to life and was shot on location in New Orleans to capture the city's unique atmosphere and culture.

Actors

  • Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Frank Shaver - A dedicated police officer determined to take down the creators of the power pill.
  • Jamie Foxx as Art - A former soldier with a personal vendetta against those behind the power pill.
  • Dominique Fishback as Robin - A street-smart teenager who becomes involved in the dangerous world of the power pill.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The film's premise was inspired by real-life events where people in different cities were selling mystery pills promising various effects.
  • The visual effects team spent months designing and creating the unique superpowers seen in the film, from invisibility to super strength.

Music, Soundtrack

  • The soundtrack for "Project Power" features a blend of hip-hop, electronic, and rock music to embody the energy and intensity of the film's action sequences.
  • Artists such as Machine Gun Kelly and The Weeknd contributed tracks to the film's soundtrack, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the movie.