00:00Welcome back to the channel. Are you a fan of John Carney? If so, you are going to
00:05love this. Known for heartfelt musical dramas like Once, and sings
00:10Street, Carney always delivers stories that blend music, emotion, and the
00:15everyday struggles of working-class life. His upcoming film, Power Ballad?
00:20Is no exception. Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, this movie is set to hit theater
00:25in 2026, with Lionsgate handling the release. There is even
00:30talk of a possible premiere at SXSWES, so mark your calendars, so
00:35what is Power Ballad all about? The film co-written by Carney, and
00:40Peter McDonald follows Rick Rudd, played by Paul Rudd, a strong
00:45troubling wedding singer whose career has seen better days. One night during a gig,
00:50Rick crosses paths with Danny Jonas, portrayed by Nick Jonas, a once-famed
00:55famous boy band star whose own career is fading fast. What starts as a chance meeting turns
01:00into a creative partnership when Danny transforms one of bad, Rick's original songs into a
01:05chart-topping hit. This collaboration reignites Danny's fame but Rick finds himself
01:10left in the shadows. As the story unfolds, Rick wrestles with feelings of neglect.
01:15And, Betrayal, questioning whether the cost of success is
01:20worth sacrificing his self-respect and friendships. The movie dives deep
01:25into themes of ambition, loyalty, and the personal price of chasing dreams.
01:30It is a classic, carny-tail warm, melodic, and grounded.
01:35Yet filled with emotional highs and lows. The narrative explores
01:40how Rick tries to reclaim his place in the spotlight without losing the base value.
01:45The views and relationships that matter most, carny's signature style shines through in power
01:50his films always find beauty in ordinary people, using music as a view
01:55vehicle for healing, connection, and self-discovery. This latest project
02:00promises the same heartfelt realism, balanced with just the right amount of sweet
02:05sweetness. If you enjoyed Once or Sing Street, you will likely find power ballad right up your alley.
02:10So, are you excited for power ballad? Let us know in the comments. Do not forget
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02:20other upcoming movies. Thanks for watching, and see you in the next video.
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