"Noisy, laughable...loveable!"

Rating: 7/10 (17 February 2004)

So very pleasing to see a movie exhibiting a cheery feel-good plot void of sex and gore. Jack Black has always been a prime candidate for a love/hate response and for those of you who usually sway towards the latter, you should probably stand well back. For the rest of us though Black shines in a role that permits him to release some excess energy as the high-octane character with a passion for rock music. The comedy side to Mr. Black never seems forced or even planned in TSOR so be wary that you don't find yourself with a permanently fixated smile that might begin to ache somewhat. Don't be duped into thinking that this is a laugh-a-minute picture, because that isn't the case, but it will go some length to brightening your day. An American feel-good classic minus the typical overdose of sentimentality.
PJW