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Summary: ALMOST PERFECT!
Review: This film is a love letter to rock music in the 70s and includes heartfelt performances from the entire cast. I was particularly struck by Frances MacDormand's portrayal of the ever-patient mother, struggling to remain relevant to her kids during a time of family disruption. The music is fun - the relationships are fun - and Cameron Crowe neatly ties up all the loose ends by the final credits - it's a good ride! You'll enjoy it!
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Summary: Awesome movie - Explanation below
Review: I thought that Almost Famous was a terrific movie; probably one of the best films of the year. It's one of those movies that you can watch over and over and over but never get bored of. I give it four stars not because the film itself was lacking anything, but because I just felt the DVD could have had a little more on it like a director's commentary. Cameron Crowe is one of the best filmmakers of the decade and he certainly succeeded in making Almost Famous great.
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Summary: Cameron Crowe Amazes Audiences Again
Review: After the touching tale of Jerry McGuire, Crowe comes back to write what could be interpreted as a type of self-biographical piece. As a young kid growing up, Crowe was also a rock journalist, and he acturately portrays the triumphs and downfalls of the profession in this movie. Crudup and Jason Lee are truly the best two performers in the movie. Lee gives an outstanding performance as the lead singer of the band Feverdog, and Crudup is a kid who the audience feels for the entire movie. Crowe's all star cast make him ALMOST FAMOUS among the great directors of his time. If you like rock music, journalism, or a story about a mid-level band learning what it takes to stay together through the media, ALMOST FAMOUS is definitely a movie you need to check out.
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Summary: Enjoyable
Review: "Almost Famous" was a good, enjoyable movie. The story is well-told and tight, the sub-plots well-wrought and interesting. I honestly liked all the characters (especially Frances McDormand's mother-- a great persona!) and found much of the story to be quite sweet. And that's not something I find myself saying about movies that take place in the 70s or are about rock bands.Goldie Hawn shines through her daughter's smile. It was really nice to see the talent and beauty passed on. Definitely worth renting!
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Summary: Very Good Movie but Wrong Oscar Nomination
Review: First off, I am not a fan of Cameron Crowe. I find Jerry Maguire and Singles to each be overrated (like many movies reviewed here, actually). I didn't want to like this movie, but it's so very likeable. Yeah, there are plenty of corny moments, but there are more moments of honesty than camp. Kate Hudson was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Penny Lane. Her performance is endearing, a little provocative, but ultimately vapid. The real star here is Patrick Fugit. If for no other reason, see this movie to see his performance. You have to root for him 'cause he's so damn pure and true to himself despite all the people trying to sway him to their way of thinking. Someone who has probably received little notice but very much should, is Michael Angarano, the young(er) actor who plays the young(er) William for a few minutes in the film. His screen time is brief, but he uses it very well.
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Summary: For all wannabes
Review: If you once were a struglling musician or unknown journalist, you will be thrilled by this movie... not to mention the charming Penny Lane and the amazing "making of"... and Cameron Crowe's articles to Rolling Stone magazine are a treat as well... can I give it 6 stars?
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Summary: A Great Film!
Review: I saw this film and thought it was very entertaining. Cameron Crowe definitely captures the spirit of the time this film takes place in because he lived through that era. Frankly, I have to laugh at those reviewers(probably people under 30) who found that this film wasn't "exciting" or "funny." They can go watch "The Mummy Part 2" or "Joe Dirt" and I'm sure they'll enjoy themselves since a lot of these people have short attention spans. Most of today's films contain too much eye candy or roller coaster-like moments. And as for comedy movies today, a lot of people won't find a film funny unless there is a lot of gross-out humor (or one of the "stars" of the film is a former or current member of "Saturday Night Live." ) This is what makes "Almost Famous" stand out from the crappy movies being made these days. The humor is subtle at times("It takes 18 minutes for the machine to copy one page...") and the actors have a lot of nice dramatic moments. I liked the performance of Kate Hudson, but I thought the actor who played the lead character was outstanding. Jason Lee, from Chasing Amy and Mallrats, also gives a good performance as one of the bad members of Stillwater. If you like movies that don't try to gross you out in order to be funny, or films that don't need to have guns a blazin' to be dramatic, then check out this film.
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Summary: ANOTHER CAMERON CROWE CHICK FLICK THAT PRETENDS ITS NOT
Review: What is the big darn deal??? this movie was so clumsy and manipulative. " mom you just don't understand. rock and roll is poetry" See her attempt to sneak simon and garfunkle into the "close minded" grown-ups house, then when she gets caught clutch it defiantly to her chest. Next everyone gets together and sings allmost a minute and a half of tiny dancer with joyous, self riteous looks on thier faces till we finally get to the good part of the song. RAAAALLFFFFF!!!!!! -The good: The music of the faux southern rock band was decent. I understand that one on the girls from heart wrote the original music. And goldie hawn's daughter is very beautiful (maybe prettier than goldie? hmmmm?), and not too obnoxious either. and there's nothing wrong with a scene where anna paquin prances around in a nightie, showing lots of leg, and then kisses another girl on the mouth. unfortunately, highlights like these are few and fleeting, and the rest if this sugery sentimental flop left me in a depressed funk from cliche overdose. _________ P.S. i have a light sabor.
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Summary: what a magnificent trip to the seventies
Review: Amazing! I just saw this movie today, because it opened here this week in Germany. I also write for an Hard-Rock Magazine, and this movie tells the truth. It's warm, enjoyable and with incredible actors. The music is fantastic, and you can feel this great time in every second of this journey. Also Kate Hudson should be the next big star!! So, if you love this movie, than also enjoy "Still Crazy", which is also, in a little different way, an incredible music trip.
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Summary: It isn't as bad as 2 stars
Review: I am 15 and I love music from the 70's which is why I rented this. I thought it was pretty good. The fact that some people call it boring is ludicris. If you really like music or just good movies go see this movie. You know you want to...
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