Novocaine

6.925

2025 1080p 1h 50m 0

In a world full of superheroes with extraordinary powers, Nate doesn’t seem to stand out. He’s an ordinary man—no visible superhuman abilities, no clear mission in life, and certainly not the center of anyone’s attention. Yet, there’s something that sets him apart from everyone else: Nate cannot feel pain. What has been a burden throughout his life—a medical condition that has isolated him both emotionally and physically—suddenly becomes his greatest strength.

Nate’s life takes an unexpected turn when the girl of his dreams is kidnapped. Fueled by fierce determination and with no one else to turn to, he sets out on a dangerous mission to rescue her. With no training, no special weapons, and only his unique resistance to pain, Nate is forced to confront ruthless enemies and face obstacles that would bring anyone else to their knees.

Along this perilous journey, Nate comes to realize that his condition is not a weakness, but an unexpected advantage. While others would succumb to torture or exhaustion, he pushes forward. Every blow he takes, every injury he sustains, doesn’t stop him. What begins as a desperate search transforms into a journey of self-discovery, where Nate learns that pain isn’t just physical—and that true strength is born from love, willpower, and resilience.

This is more than a story of action and rescue; it’s a reflection on what it means to be human. Through his journey, Nate redefines what it means to be a hero, showing that sometimes, our limitations can become our most powerful weapons. Without the ability to feel physical pain, but with a heart driven by emotion and a deep desire to protect the one he loves, Nate becomes an unexpected warrior.

Director: Christo van Schalkwyk, Dan Berk, Isabel Martens, Justin Muller, Liezl Geldenhuys, Luke Tothill, Robert Olsen, Stanimir Stamatov