Noise (2007)

A symphony of urban dissonance sets the stage for David Owen's life in the bustling heart of Manhattan, where he resides with his wife and baby. The relentless cacophony of the city, dominated by the incessant wailing of car alarms, drives him to the brink of madness and propels him into an audacious act of rebellion. Unleashing his frustration through the swing of a baseball bat, David targets the windshields of the offending cars, earning him a few arrests and the wrath of his wife, leading to his expulsion from his home. Finding solace in his solitude, David hones his craft, becoming both elusive to the law and a citywide sensation. He dubs himself "The Rectifier," leaving his unique signature at each scene of his sound-silencing crusades. His unorthodox campaign against noise pollution catches the attention of Gruska, a young, ambitious reporter. Intrigued by his mission, she not only becomes his lover but also his ally, helping organize a petition for a ballot initiative to ban the use of car alarms. David's fight against noise pollution thrusts him into a heated battle with the city's most influential adversary, the Mayor, transforming David's personal vendetta into a citywide revolution. With the support of the city's noise-tormented denizens rallying behind him, David must outwit the sprawling bureaucracy of City Hall using the most ingenious of schemes. Can he overcome the tumultuous symphony of the city, or will the relentless noise of New York City prove too powerful? In this compelling black comedy, David Owen's love for his city is put to the ultimate test, as he navigates through the cacophonous conundrum that is New York City.

Noise is a comedy movie featuring Tim Robbins and directed by Henry Bean.

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