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Napoleon Dynamite (2004), Director: Jared Hess, rated PG

He's out to prove he's got nothing to prove.

Film ClipStarring: Jon Heder, Jon Gries, Aaron Ruell, Efren Ramirez, Tina Majorino, Diedrich Bader

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★★★ - perfect

"Napoleon, don't be jealous that I've been chatting online with babes all day. Besides, we both know that I'm training to be a cage fighter." - Kip

Why watch this? ... the quote-ability! I literally know every line from this film. Gosh!

Plot Summary: In a small Idaho town, the awkward and socially isolated Napoleon Dynamite navigates high school life while dealing with his eccentric family, which includes his internet-obsessed older brother Kip and get-rich-quick scheming uncle Rico. He finds unexpected friendships with a shy, artistic girl Deb and a quiet exchange student who decides to run for class president, Pedro. Napoleon's journey involves supporting his friends and discovering his own unique way of belonging in a world that often misunderstands him.

Dad's Preview: You'll either get this film, or you won't. When I laud this, some folks look at me like I'm crazy (hint: that's how I can tell you grew up as a bully). The plot is really about nothing, just some kids at high school. They are nerds. One in particular, Napoleon, just won't accept that he's not destined for greatness. My kids and I watched this film over and over. We still quote its lines. We rejoice when the nerds actually win one! Because, honestly, there's alotta nerd in many of us.


Napoleon Pictures; Fox Searchlight thru 20th Century Fox

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