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Fat Kid Rules the World (film)
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Wikipedia article
'Fat Kid Rules the World' is a 2012 comedy-drama film directed by Matthew Lillard in his directorial debut. It is based on the book of the same name and stars Jacob Wysocki, Matt O'Leary & Billy Campbell.
Plot
17-year-old Troy Billings is overweight and suicidal. He's saved by Marcus from jumping in front of a bus and begins an uneasy friendship with Marcus. Marcus then enlists the musically challenged Troy to become the drummer in a new punk rock band. As Troy's relationship with Marcus grows, Troy's father becomes increasingly concerned about his son's new friendship.
Cast
*Jacob Wysocki as Troy
*Matt O'Leary as Marcus
*Billy Campbell as Mr. Billings
*Dylan Arnold as Dayle
*Tyler Trerise as Manoj
*Russell Hodgkinson as Marcus' Stepfather
*Julian Gavilanes as Matt
*Sean Donavan as Ollie
*Lili Simmons as Isabel
*Jeffrey Doornbos as Mr. Sherman
*Matthew Lillard as Guidance Counsellor
Reception
'Fat Kid Rules the World' received positive reviews from critics and audiences, earning an 83% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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