A Lower Power (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2009, A Lower Power is a comedy and drama film directed by Robert O'Geen, running about 98 minutes. “In the battle between his head and his heart, there was a weapon bigger than both of them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Thibodeaux, a young gay San Franciscan, yearns to reject his parents' hedonistic ways. But when his emerging sexual desires repeatedly get the better of him, he conjures up twisted, self-repressive rationalizations that threaten to drive away his friends and the hunky, mythic man of his dreams.
Who’s in it. A Lower Power stars Mathew Lotto as Thibodeaux, William McMichael as Todd, Rafe Morgan Kossak as Steve and Adrian Anchondo as Mas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Lower Power has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Lower Power page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Lower Power tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Lower Power (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Lower Power change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Lower Power worth watching?
- A Lower Power holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Lower Power?
- A Lower Power stars Mathew Lotto, William McMichael, Rafe Morgan Kossak, Adrian Anchondo and Donald Joseph.