An epic quest. A magical guitar pick. A chance to put the D in Destiny.|Nov. 22, 2006|USA|93 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Music
Description: Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006) is a comedy film that follows the journey of JB, a young man who escapes his strict religious family in the Midwest to pursue his dream of forming the “most awesome” rock band in Hollywood. Inspired by the legendary rock icon Dio, JB embarks on a quest to master rock and roll. In Hollywood, he meets KG, a street performer and acoustic guitarist, whom JB idolizes for his skills and attitude. Initially, KG refuses to teach JB, but after witnessing JB’s struggles, he takes pity on him and agrees to mentor him.
KG initially tricks JB into believing he is a famous rock star with his own band, exploiting him for chores and favors. However, JB eventually discovers the truth—KG is unemployed and relies on his parents for support. Despite this, the two bond and form their own band, Tenacious D, named after matching birthmarks they find on their buttocks.
The story takes a mythical turn when JB and KG uncover the secret behind the greatest rock legends: a supernatural guitar pick known as the “Pick of Destiny.” This pick, crafted from a chipped tooth of Satan himself, grants its holder extraordinary musical talent. The duo sets out on a mission to find this legendary artifact, leading to a series of humorous and adventurous events.
The film cleverly blends comedy, rock music, and fantasy, delivering an entertaining narrative about friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of greatness. Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny is a must-watch for fans of rock music and quirky humor.
Cast director: Liam Lynch
Cast actor: Jack Black, Kyle Gass, JR Reed, Ronnie James Dio, Paul F. Tompkins, Troy Gentile, Ned Bellamy, Fred Armisen, Kirk Ward, Amy Poehler
Original name: Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny