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Summary: A Night in San Fransisco's rave scene
Review: I saw this movie late one night, in the attempt to find good late night television. I'm glad I stumbled upon it. The movie is about the underground raver scene in San Fransisco, and the young people who like to party. There were small storylines through the movie, that were engaging and interesting to watch. Maybe the movie isn't a perfect reflection of the rave scene, but it was an interesting movie nonetheless, and many of the ideas presented were very interesting. The story actually surrounds a guy who is new to the party scene, which is an interesting way to look at it. It was overall a feel good movie. GROOVE is the directorial debut of Greg Harrison, and it was well done in my opinion. I'm not sure why some deemed it "offensive", I certainly did not sense that during any part of the movie. The music was great, the cast is talented, the visuals, it was overall a very pleasing viewing experience.
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Summary: Mindblowing Night in the Life in San Francisco's Raver Scene
Review: "Groove" is the amazing directorial debut of documentary filmmaker Greg Harrison, who masterfully captures the life of several young adults in the underground raver community in San Francisco. Visually stunning, highly addictive rave music, and an excellent script and cast, the film "nearly jumps off the screen," as a writer for "Rolling Stone" magazine described it.The film's cast which includes Rachel True ("CB4"; "Half-Baked"; "The Craft"), Denny Kirkwood ("Never Been Kissed") and Steve Van Wormer ("Idle Hands") are all fantastic, as well as the many actors who were casted via casting calls in the San Francisco area. The appearance of many popular rave/techno deejays such as DJ Polywog and DJ Digweed also add realism and authencity to this great film. However, the two scene stealers in this film have to be Lola Glaudini who plays "Leyla" and Hamish Linklater who plays "David" a workaholic writer who can't seem to enjoy a good time. Their encounter, and instant romance was the film's main subplot, and it made the film a feel-good movie at the conclusion. Ms. Glaudini who has appeared on television's "NYPD Blue" is one of today's talented young actresses, and after seeing her in this film, I anticipate a promising career in the near future. Just like the film's tagline, "Are you feeling it?", I definitely felt the force of this independent feature film. When I read that the Catholic Archdiocese of New York City classified this film as morally offensive, I ran off to see even more so, however I found nothing offensive about it. As a Catholic, I probably will be casted to hell, however if so, I have no regrets in seeing this film. If you liked the film, I highly recommend its' soundtrack as well. Overall, groove is an experience you would not want to miss. Truly it is one of the best films of 2000.
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Summary: John Digweed,... need I say more?
Review: If you don't know him, you should. If you don't like him, you suck. I love any movie that will put Digweed's music, or even Digweed himself in it. He is one of the best DJs. People of the world, check out Digweed's music, and check out a group called Bedrock. ~Fan of John Digweed
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Summary: Infinate Smiles...
Review: While watching the movie, it brought back wonderful memories of a TRULY special time in my life. I wish it could always be, but of course the scene is constantly changing...I think it's VERY unusual to find a TRUE promoter(as in Groove) for an -underground- these days, which is the key to bring the culture back home. I read a review that said they didn't know what a wherehouse party looked like, or didn't capture the vibe or soul....well, I am a San Francisco native and that is how the party are(were) here....Watching the kids go to the 'EndUp' Sunday afternoon where all the tweekers hang after parties was killer! I really liked the fact they did NOT show any kids over-dosing or a mass of kids looking totally spun...now that's something that would be taken from Dateline or please Hollywood...Yeah, it sometimes happens, but for the true kids, that's NOT what it's about. There's music that takes your mind, body & soul to another level,meaningful friendships, new found love, and discovering that life is soo precious and beautiful, being closed minded could be hazardous to your health...Definately a collectors item!
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Summary: A beautiful look into the San Francisco's Rave Scene
Review: When I saw this movie I couldn't find works to describe how I felt, this movie represents the whole scene that I know and love, it brought me back to the first time I went to a rave and gave me the same exact feeling. It is extremely true the the scene and the people it is portraying. The whole movie is a work of art and was mind blowing to see what I love so much and what is dear to me on screen, it was like I was there with the characters in the movie, I know exactly what they were feeling and going throught, I could totally relate to what was going on.
This movie reminded me of when I was going to those exact same underground parties and having the best time of my life. Seeing this movie brings right to the party, and gves me a feeling like I am with the characters in the movie. The film was nothing more than movie and the last DJ set was amazing, when John Digweed started spinning, I remember the first time I hear that sound I was amazed at how awesome it was, and after hearing it on screen was just as amazing! If anyone has gone to a rave and loves the scene this movie is for you! : )
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Summary: True life underground.
Review: This movie was definatly interesting. It brought me back to my younger days when I used to sneak out and tell my parents that I was going over a freinds house to spend the night. It gave me that feeling of knowing that you were doing something that you were not supposed to. Groove is set in SanFrancisco, the dirty metropolitan area blends to make a gritty dark film with the light of children in all there wickedness. Basically its about a promoter of the rave scene that has lot's of friends and is trying to throw the ultimate underground. There are a few setback's in his journey. The place where they picked for the rave was perfectly set in a dark warehouse district with a police station only blocks away. One of the main characters has never done "E" before and he is persuaded to go. In doing so he meets a beautiful raver girl that shows him life from a different perspective. Maybe it's because I grew up like the film portrays kids. It just brought me back to the badness of childhood in all its splendor. All of the character development is awesome and they are all fighting there own problems in different ways. Its a fast paced fun journey (This film) I highly recommend it. It pretty much has everything you look for in a film/// Drama, a good story line and fun acting. I give it 5 stars..It's definatly a genre. That's just my opinion
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Summary: Pointless
Review: Thiis movie is quite pointless. all it is about is a bunch of people trying to have fun at a rave. There is no real action and no drama. The only good thing about the movie is the music. If there is one reason to see this movie, it is to hear the music.
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Summary: Yall need to recognize
Review: Considering there arent many movies about the rave culture. THis is as close as it gets. Although the people spinning are way to trendy. Throw some Richie Hawtin and some dave clarke. then you would have something.
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Summary: trying far too hard
Review: Im sorry, but i was really dissapointed in this film. I guess it may have been because it had been hyped up by my freinds. But if youre part of the party scene, this will leave you feeling a bit confused.
I think maybe this is the american take on what the party scene is all about, looking cool, using the latest buzzwords, doing some 'cool dance moves', wearing baggy pants, did i mention looking cool? Yeck.
The plasticity of this approach really turned me off, because this is not what the dance scene is all about. Its about leaving your ego behind when you go out.
The film has some interesting ideas, dont get me wrong. But it looks a little contrived when comapred to 'Human traffic' (get the UK version of Human Traffic, the US version hass all drug references removed).
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Summary: Worst rave movie ever
Review: This has to be one of the most pointless movies ever made, the acting is worse than any film, the characters unbelievable, the filmography dire, and its message unclear, if you want a good rave/dance style film see human traffic.
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