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Defendor (2009) 6.8
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Metascore: 57/100
Reviews: 82 user | 76 critic | 5 from Metacritic.com A comedy centered around three characters: an everyday guy who comes to believe he's a superhero, his psychiatrist, and the teenager he befriends. Director:Peter StebbingsWriter:Peter Stebbings |
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Cast
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| Elias Koteas | ... |
Sgt. Chuck Dooney
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Paul Carter
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Dr. Ellen Park
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| Kat Dennings | ... | ||
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Capt. Roger Fairbanks
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Dominique Ball
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Radovan Kristic
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Wendy Carter
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Fay
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Ron White | ... |
Judge Wilson
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David Gardner | ... |
Grandpa Henry
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Mr. Debrofkowitz
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Plot Summary
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A crooked cop, a mob boss and the young girl they abuse are the denizens of a city's criminal underworld. It's a world that ordinary Arthur Poppington doesn't understand and doesn't belong in, but is committed to fighting when he changes into a vigilante super-hero of his own making, Defendor. With no power other than courage Defendor takes to the streets to protect the city's innocents. Written by Anonymous
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An unexpected hero will rise. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for drug use and language throughout, violence and sexual content | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
13 May 2010 (Brazil) See more »Also Known As:
Defendor - A véderő See more »Box Office
Budget:
$3,500,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$18,628 (USA) (26 February 2010)Gross:
$37,606 (USA) (26 February 2010)Company Credits
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Dr. Park: Arthur? Arthur.
Arthur Poppington: Yeah.
Dr. Park: Are you thinking about the question?
Arthur Poppington: Mmm... Are you Japanese?
Dr. Park: No.
Arthur Poppington: Mieko Tatsuri is Japanese.
Dr. Park: Oh. Who is Mieko Tatsuri?
Arthur Poppington: Mmm... She's the leader of Blowback. Her father is a ninja and her mother is an alien from the gamma sector.
Dr. Park: Okay well, I'm Korean from Earth.
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Written and Performed by John Rowley
Published by John Rowley (as John William Wildman Rowley) (SOCAN)
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Trivia
Ellen Page was rumored to star at one point. She later starred in the similar themed Super. See more »Goofs
Arthur makes a big deal about being called "DefenDOR", yet when he's talking with Kat, he calls himself "Defender". See more »Quotes
[first lines]Dr. Park: Arthur? Arthur.
Arthur Poppington: Yeah.
Dr. Park: Are you thinking about the question?
Arthur Poppington: Mmm... Are you Japanese?
Dr. Park: No.
Arthur Poppington: Mieko Tatsuri is Japanese.
Dr. Park: Oh. Who is Mieko Tatsuri?
Arthur Poppington: Mmm... She's the leader of Blowback. Her father is a ninja and her mother is an alien from the gamma sector.
Dr. Park: Okay well, I'm Korean from Earth.
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"Stash"Written and Performed by John Rowley
Published by John Rowley (as John William Wildman Rowley) (SOCAN)
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A tragic action-adventure film about a mentally challenged man who works as a traffic sign holder by day, but who becomes Defendor by night. Armed with his club, marbles, firecrackers, and angry hornets, Defendor emerges from his secret hideout, helping others and stopping punks, in his effort to find Capitan Industry and bring him down. His exploits pique the interests of a girl, a family, and eventually a whole town. By his youthful wisdom, determined and fearless bravery, he gains many admirers who voice support for his cause.
If you're looking for a little adventure or a touching story, take the time to watch Defendor, A very enjoyable movie with great lessons. Don't pass it up!