Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny

Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny

Year: 2006

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: Liam Lynch

AdventureComedyMusic

Jack Black and Kyle Gass, known as Tenacious D, star in this comedic adventure where they seek the legendary "Pick of Destiny," said to bestow ultimate rock and roll power. Their quest takes them on an outlandish journey filled with bizarre encounters and musical trials, testing their friendship and pushing them to discover their potential. Along the way, they form a deep musical and spiritual connection, ultimately challenging the foundations of rock music itself.

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1

Breaking Free

A young man named Jack decides to break free from his strict religious upbringing in Kickapoo, MO. His desire for adventure and to pursue his dreams leads him to embark on a journey to Hollywood.

Kickapoo, MO
2

Meeting Kyle

Upon arriving in Hollywood, Jack encounters Kyle Gass, an acoustic guitarist performing on the streets. Jack is immediately captivated by Kyle's talent and begins to idolize him as a rock deity.

Hollywood
3

The Deceptive Proposal

Kyle manipulates Jack into running errands for him under the pretense of being a member of a fictitious band, 'The Kyle Gass Project.' Jack, eager to achieve his dreams, unwittingly becomes Kyle's servant.

4

The Birth of Tenacious D

After realizing Kyle's deception, the relationship shifts, but Kyle seeks to make amends by gifting Jack a shiny new guitar. This gesture marks the birth of their own band, which they humorously name 'Tenacious D' after their birthmarks.

5

The Discovery of the Pick of Destiny

The duo learns about a legendary guitar pick known as 'The Pick of Destiny,' reputed to give extraordinary power to its holder. They are driven by the ambition to use this mystical pick to elevate their rock status.

6

The Heist Plan

Determined to become rock royalty, Jack leads Tenacious D on a daring mission to steal the Pick of Destiny from a rock history museum. They believe that obtaining the pick is the key to their success.

Rock History Museum
7

The Temporary Split

Tensions rise as Kyle indulges in the pleasures of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll after being invited to a party, while Jack stays focused on their goal. This leads to a temporary separation of the band.

8

A Hallucinatory Encounter

Jack experiences a life-threatening mushroom-induced hallucination, where he believes he is cavorting with Sasquatch. This bizarre event serves as a wake-up call for both him and Kyle to reunite.

The Woods
9

The Successful Heist

Despite their challenges, Tenacious D successfully steals the Pick of Destiny from the museum, outsmarting the presence of inept security. Their high spirits quickly rise as they plan to use their newfound power.

Rock History Museum
10

Conflict Leads to Ruin

In a moment of greed, Jack and Kyle argue and accidentally break the pick into two halves. This incident foreshadows the impending turmoil they must face as they prepare for a performance.

11

Encounter with Satan

After performing at a bar, Jack and Kyle are confronted by Satan, who threatens to drag Kyle back to Hell. They learn that their petty squabbles have deeper repercussions than they anticipated.

Bar
12

Challenging the Dark Lord

In a desperate move to save Kyle, the duo challenges Satan to a rock-off. Bound by the Demon Code, both sides face the consequences of the battle, which could lead to either freedom or doom.

13

The Climax of the Rock-Off

Despite their passionate performance, Tenacious D lacks the power to defeat Satan, inciting him to retaliate. Jack heroically intervenes to redirect Satan's energy, protecting Kyle from certain doom.

14

Conquering Evil

Seizing the moment, Jack uses a powerful incantation to banish Satan. With the dark lord defeated, they turn his horn into the 'Bong of Destiny', marking a triumphant close to their tumultuous journey.

15

New Beginnings

With their newfound powers and unity restored, Jack and Kyle light up the Bong of Destiny. They celebrate their victory by writing new songs together, ready to embrace whatever comes next.

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