Thunderpants

2002, Movie, 1h 23min

An 11-year-old boy's amazing ability to break wind leads him first to fame and then to death row, before it helps him to fulfill his ambition of becoming an astronaut.

Country: United Kingdom

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3.8

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6.0

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Critic William Thomas

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A well-made, quirky oddity for adults, but a laugh riot for kids...

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Meet Patrick, an 11-year-old boy with a unique gift: he can break wind like no one else. His flatulence is so powerful, it can blow people away and destroy entire rooms. But instead of being a liability, Patrick's talent becomes his ticket to fame and adventure. With the help of his friend Alan, a child prodigy who can't smell, Patrick creates Thunderpants, a special pair of pants that can contain his emissions. Together, they embark on a journey to help astronauts in outer space and become heroes in the process. It's a heartwarming and hilarious story about friendship, perseverance, and the power of being different. Get ready for a wild and smelly ride with Thunderpants!

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