Where was 'Project Power' Filmed? Here are major shooting locations of the film

Jamie Foxx starrer superhero film Project Power was released on Netflix on August 14, 2020. Alongside Jamie Foxx, film also stars critically acclaimed actors like Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Dominique Fishback, Machine Gun Kelly, Rodrigo Santoro and etc.

Helmed by Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, Project Power on Netflix revolves around a drug dealer, a police officer and a former soldier, who team up in order to stop distribution of a pill. This pill apparently gives superpowers to anyone who consumes it. Aside from an entertaining plotline and a star cast of amazing actors, fans of film were thrilled also thrilled by Project Power shooting location.

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Where was 'Project Power' filmed?

According to a report of Cheatsheet, contrary to many Hollywood projects which are filmed in Canada or Europe. Project Power was actually filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana. Production for Netflix movie started in December 2018. 

Project Power features a number of New Orleans neighbourhoods. Some of spots in city which were used in filming of Project Power include several buildings from Lower 9th Ward and old Six Flags amusement park. Many outdoor scenes of film were shot in table locations and landmarks across city.

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Why did 'Project Power' makers shoot film in New Orleans?

In an exclusive interview with Forbes Magazine, Project Power creator and screenwriter Mattson Tomlin revealed that he initially envisioned Portland, Oregon as main location for film. However, he decided against it and ultimately changed backdrop to New Orleans because history of city complimented characters in film. 

Tomlin also stated that way New Orleans was treated by US government during Hurricane Katrina had also inspired elements of film’s story. Hence, city became obvious choice for filming of Project Power.

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About film

Project Power on Netflix narrates story of Robin played by Dominique Fishback, a reluctant young drug pusher who is trying to help her mor. Robin’s mor is undergoing expensive medical treatment. Robin soon discovers that her cousin, Newt played by Machine Gun Kelly which has given him superhuman powers. As film progresses, Robin joins a mysterious man named Art played by Jamie Foxx and a cop named Frank ported by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. trio n tries ir level best to stop drug from spreading. 

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Review

On its IMDb p, Project Power has scored 6 out of 10 stars. On Rotten Tomatoes film scored 52 per cent in Audience score. Here is what fans on twitter thought about film.