Almost Famous

Explore It. Enjoy It. Just Don't Fall For It.

Title: Almost Famous
Genre: Drama / Musical
Running Time: 2 hours 2 minutes
Release Date: 13th September, 2000
Cast: Billy Crudup as Russell Hammond; Frances McDormand as Elaine Miller; Kate Hudson as Penny Lane; Jason Lee as Jeff Bebe; Patrick Fugit as William Miller; Anna Paquin as Polexia Aphrodisia; Fairuza Balk as Sapphire; Noah Taylor as Dick Roswell; Philip Seymour Hoffman as Journalist Lester Bangs
Box Office Gross: $32M

When did I watch it? 14th June, 2008
Where? Home
What's the story? Set in 1973, 'Almost Famous' chronicles the funny and often poignant coming of age of 15-year-old music fanatic, William. Having managed to land an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview the up-and-coming band Stillwater - fronted by lead guitarist Russell Hammond - and with the help of gorgeous "band aid" Penny Lane, William finds himself drawn into the band's inner circle, despite the objections of his over protective mother. As he becomes less an observer and more a participant in the band's dynamics, William learns a life-changing lesson about the importance of family - the ones we inherit and the ones we create.

Reasons to watch this flick: Check out Kade Huson in one of her most vividest performances on the big screen; This musical is about the rock 'n' roll culture (may not appeal to those with a more mature taste in music), but is definitely a must watch.
So how much do I rate it? 3/5

Website: http://www.cameroncrowe.com/eyes_ears/films/almostfamous/almostfamous_overview.html
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Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Almost_Famous