Sex, drugs and Rock n Roll. (Almost Famous (DVD))

Member Name: PrincessAngharad

Product:	Almost Famous (DVD)
Date:	28/12/08 (37 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Fabulous soundtrack

Disadvantages: None

Who will like this film:
Those who love Rock music and everything that goes with bands of the early 70's and what life was like on the road.

Director:
Cameron Crowe, Drector/ writer of Jerry Maguire.

Year:
2000

Rated:
15 Theme/ other: some drugs references. Language: Occasional/ strong. Sex/nudity: Some moderate references. Violence: none.

Starring:
Kate Hudson, Billy Crudup, Jason Lee, Patrick Fugit, Frances McDourmand, Anna Pauqin as well as a whole host of other stars.

Plot Summary:
William wants to be a writer, he is obssessed with Rock music much to the dissaproval of his mother. Rolling Stone magazine commissions him to write a piece following a rock band. Soon he embarks on an adventure that changes his life forever.

Best bits:
The music is brilliant and this film gives you a great insight into the world of a rock band.

Soundtrack:
This soundtrack is amazing with music from bands such as The Who, Black Sabbath, Yes, Joni Mitchell, Rod Stewart and the Allman Brothers Band.

Quote:
Penny Lane: I always tell the girls, never take it seriously, if ya never take it seriosuly, ya never get hurt, ya never get hurt, ya always have fun, and if you ever get lonely, just go to the record store and visit your friends.

Reccomendation:
Definatly one to look out for if your a fan of the period and rock music. This film mirrors the struggles of the band Guns n Roses and is a really good watch.

Summary: one to watch.