Powder (1995)

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• Jeff "

  
  An average Sci Fi Drama film about a strange boy who has superpowers and who is an albino. Directed by Victor Salva, Powder boasts a strong cast but has an average story. The film is quite engaging and has effective dramatic elements. Sean Patrick Flanery stars as Jeremy… More
  An average Sci Fi Drama film about a strange boy who has superpowers and who is an albino. Directed by Victor Salva, Powder boasts a strong cast but has an average story. The film is quite engaging and has effective dramatic elements. Sean Patrick Flanery stars as Jeremy "Powder" Reed. Starring opposite Flanery is Jeff Goldblum and Mary Steenbergen. The other cast members are also great in their roles. Director Victor Salva has made a good film with an impressive, but somewhat lacking concept. The cast however hold this film together, and their acting saves this film from being a dud. I enjoyed this film, and thought that the plot was interesting and pretty engaging. Of course the story could've of used a bit of improvement, but for what it is; Powder is a good film that has some intense moments. What makes Powder a good film is the acting from its actors combined with a unique story. Sure the story could've used a bit more development, but for what it is, the film has an engaging enough story to keep you entertained. The film also boasts some impressive special effects. Powder is a good film with an engaging story. Despite that at times the film has a few downsides, for the most part; it succeeds at delivering a good enough story to appeal to me. Not an excellent film, but quite good considering that the film was a bit clumsy in parts.

• moon r

  
  What I particularly enjoy about this thinly disguised retelling of the Christ tale is the ending wherein "the Savior", rather than sacrificing his life for the unknowing and uncaring masses instead runs for his very sanity away from them, from us ... what I see as a more… More
  What I particularly enjoy about this thinly disguised retelling of the Christ tale is the ending wherein "the Savior", rather than sacrificing his life for the unknowing and uncaring masses instead runs for his very sanity away from them, from us ... what I see as a more realistic close, but then I'm told I'm cynical.

• Michael S

  
  Watched this again recently, and it's a very solid film with a great performance by Flanery. But it's really hard not to cringe at a few "questionable" sensual scenes that director Victor "pedo" Salva decided to impliment. Low profile dude... low… More
  Watched this again recently, and it's a very solid film with a great performance by Flanery. But it's really hard not to cringe at a few "questionable" sensual scenes that director Victor "pedo" Salva decided to impliment. Low profile dude... low profile!

• Jason O

  
  Rather lame idea, just shaving the head of an actor and Michael Jackson'ing him head to toe, I mean bleaching him, but it somehow all works. Pretty good drama film of a unique character.

• Dean M

  
  This tale of understanding and friendship is occassionally heartwarming of an enigmatic white-skinned albino who emerges from the shadows.

• Tim S

  
  Very dark and powerful film.

• Tim B

  
  Wow, here's a movie that had completely excaped my memory. I hated the crap out of it!

• Dean L

  
  We are all inextricably bound to one another. This goes beyond the mere similarities of the mortal coil. We are one with each other and the world. The universe and everything in it is composed of energy, "never ending, ever transforming." There is a light inside you...just… More
  We are all inextricably bound to one another. This goes beyond the mere similarities of the mortal coil. We are one with each other and the world. The universe and everything in it is composed of energy, "never ending, ever transforming." There is a light inside you...just as there is in everyone and everything. What stops us from seeing this "oneness" with the world? What stops us from receiving this energy and giving it as well? Fear. Doubt. Shame. We are stopped at the source and bound to our inhibitions...our fear of being vulnerable and held wide open for all to see. Powder opens you and lets you into his world. It may be scary, but the truth is often scary. A highly enlightened being (to be likened to Buddha or Christ if you please), he has no social experience save what he has learned in books. We watch as he navigates the waters of humanity (or inhumanity) in the shell of an albino boy shunned by most, feared by many, and very alone. This movie will leave you in awe. It is as perfect for family viewing as it is for viewing alone or with a friend. This is a movie that has the potential to change you...for the better. Perhaps one day we will witness Powder. I, for one, truly hope so

• Jason S

  
  I like it. The cast was cool and the story was excellent. I liked the effects.

• Curtis L

  
  Great movie about human kind's cruelty against what they don't understand. Powder was a perfect human, and it shows how we are not ready for perfect people.

• danny d

  
  pretty good i guess, you have to be in the mood for sappyness

• Leigh R

  
  This film was pretty good.

• Naughtia N

  
  This is a movie about an albino boy who grows up in a well protected home. When his parents pass away he's no longer allowed to live in his ''safe place''. It turns out that this guy has very unique powers and this disturbs many of the town's citizens. A… More
  This is a movie about an albino boy who grows up in a well protected home. When his parents pass away he's no longer allowed to live in his ''safe place''. It turns out that this guy has very unique powers and this disturbs many of the town's citizens. A very touching story with great which regards questions of morality.

• Marcus W

  
  This film is stuck firmly between Edward Scissorhands and The Green Mile. Heck, I even expected Patrick Stewart to turn up in a wheelchair at one point and offer the guy a place in his institute for gifted youngsters. Sadly, the aforementioned have done all this a lot better between… More
  This film is stuck firmly between Edward Scissorhands and The Green Mile. Heck, I even expected Patrick Stewart to turn up in a wheelchair at one point and offer the guy a place in his institute for gifted youngsters. Sadly, the aforementioned have done all this a lot better between them leaving Powder out in the cold with all it's cliches and bizarre plot problems - like how he can conduct electricity but water has no effect on him. Likeable but nothing special.

• Erin C

  
  Really sad movie, but it's very realistic in the way people treat those who are different. It makes you realize how much you take for granted.

• Ira Z

  
  Cool movie. A great performance coming from the actor who portrayed the Powder character, giving him the right amounts of vulnerablity and as well as rage. On the other hand, I wasn't really sure if Jeff Goldblum was right for this film. Personally, i feel that a female actress… More
  Cool movie. A great performance coming from the actor who portrayed the Powder character, giving him the right amounts of vulnerablity and as well as rage. On the other hand, I wasn't really sure if Jeff Goldblum was right for this film. Personally, i feel that a female actress could've been a better choice in Jeff Goldblum's place.

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