Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Almost Famous

Hello! I watched the movie Almost Famous for the first time a few nights ago on Netflix and fell in love!


Released in 2000, yet taking place in the 1970's, this movie involves a fifteen year old rock n roll enthusiast and journalist for an underground newspaper in San Diego named William who goes on a wild journey with fictional band Stillwater and its "groupies." Although it did not do very well in theaters, it received amazing reviews from the critics. 

PROS: -authentic, far from cliché coming-of-age story
             -GREAT MUSIC! Look out for John Lennon's "Tiny Dancer" scene
             -genuine chemistry between the cast
             -based off of real experiences of the director Cameron Crowe, who is the inspiration for       William and his adventures

CONS: no sequel (although we all know how that would turn out...) 

MY REVIEW: 5 out of 5 stars

NOTE: Do not watch the trailer! In my opinion, it gives away too much. :)

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