The Photon Effect
2010, English. Directed by Dan Poole.
During a freak accident involving an experimental microwave antenna, two tower engineers gain superhuman abilities. While the powers they gain are similiar, the paths they decide to take are not. Derek Powers wants to use his abilities to help others and to uncover the truth behind Randall Communications Incorporated (RCI), the company who designed the antenna. Meanwhile, Jay Powers secretly becomes part of the experiments performed by RCI, whose lead scientist, Tina Viccarini, is a former love interest of Jay. This series of events ultimately leads to the birth of a new superhero and supervillian.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 11 June 2010
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dan Poole
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The Photon Effect runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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What movies are like The Photon Effect?
If you liked The Photon Effect, try Code 8 Part II, The Flash, Superman Returns.
Who directed The Photon Effect?
The Photon Effect (2010) was directed by Dan Poole and stars Dan Poole, Derek Minter, Brian Razzino.