Entertaining Film of a Young Woman Following Her Dream

Rating: 6/10 (3 July 2014)

For me, "Coyote Ugly" is worth watching because of Piper Perabo (who plays Violet). I am a fan, having seen most of her films and every episode of "Covert Affairs". She's the spunky girl who follows her dreams. The story is reminiscent of "Flashdance". Violet is a small town girl who wants to become a songwriter and/or singer, but suffers from stage fright.
In order to survive in New York City, she takes a bartending job at Coyote Ugly--a rowdy, high-energy joint where the girls are expected to dance provocatively on the bar, sell as many drinks as possible, and appear available--where she discovers her inner chutzpah.
The soundtrack is immensely popular and the music helps drive the action. Violet's singing is dubbed by LeAnn Rimes, who makes an appearance on screen. The film has a competent cast including John Goodman, Maria Bello, and others who are fun to spot.
Don't think too much while watching this film. Just relax and enjoy the music, the energy, and the formulaic story of a young woman learning to make it on her own.
The name (of the bar) Coyote Ugly is a monument to the concept of getting mindlessly drunk.