Novocaine
When the girl of his dreams is kidnapped, everyman Nate turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected strength in his fight to get her back.
Critics Sentiment
Nathan and Sherry's romantic connection develops at the bank
Simon reveals Sherry is his accomplice sister at auto shop
The film drops significantly when Sherry's betrayal is revealed, falling from the strong romantic setup that reviewers consistently praised as the film's best element.
Novocaine starts exceptionally strong with its romantic comedy elements and unique premise earning widespread critical praise. The film maintains decent momentum through its creative action sequences, but reviewers noted the concept wearing thin and pacing issues in the extended finale. While entertaining overall, critics felt it didn't fully capitalize on its promising setup.
Full cast
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Jack Quaid
Nate
Amber Midthunder
Sherry
Ray Nicholson
Simon
Jacob Batalon
Roscoe
Betty Gabriel
Mincy
Matt Walsh
Coltraine
Conrad Kemp
Andre
Evan Hengst
Ben
Craig Jackson
Nigel
Lou Beatty Jr.
Earl
Garth Collins
Zeno
Tristan de Beer
Asshole
Jessica Stanley
Waitress
Chioma Antoinette Umeala
Bartender
Margot Wood
Elderly Woman
Dylan Skews
Officer 1
Keeno Lee Hector
Downed Officer
Maria Vos
Call Trace Officer
Dominique Maher
News Reporter
DeVille Vannik
EMT #1
Crew
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