Has its moments but ultimately cliche and predictable

Rating: 5/10 (31 May 2020)

This film tells a relatively simple story of a young man dreaming of becoming a famous world known rockstar. As played by Mark Wahlberg, the character Chris Cole is the lead singer of a tribute band.
Simple concept and interesting idea and eventually somehow he ends up being the lead singer for the band he grew up idolizing.
What makes it bizarre is the reason and to how it happened. One day it so happened that Chris had an argument with his tribute band members storming out and vowing to not return, then the following day (or possibly a few days later- it wasn't specified), he receives a phone call from a member of the popular band he idolized.
Nothing was shown as to how they got in touch with Chris. It somewhat felt "too good to be true" or that it was all a joke- which is what Chris initially intended as well. As it turned out, it wasn't a joke and it was the real thing.
The premise of Rock Star reminded somewhat to A Star is Born (2018), but if comparing the two, Rock Star pales a lot in comparison from about every aspect.
Ultimately the film does start off strong and engaging then about a little more then halfway becomes repetitive and we start to lose focus. Everything becomes quite predictable, tiresome and full of cliches.
In the end, Rock Star is a decent film, and preferably those may enjoy it more so if you are a fan of the music or time period, or have nostalgia.