Excellent Movie !

Rating: 10/10 (13 June 2006)

There is no doubt that Hanks gets to grips with the subject matter of the film. I found there were no "flat spots", the editing and pacing were almost perfect.
The characters are clearly defined and the film develops like a thunderstorm, with the inevitable dissipation at the end. Most of the reviews i've read reflect what I think, although I'm curious as to the origin of the saying "One Hit Wonders".
Having been involved for many years with Music and playing in bands, it's easy to relate to the dream of making it. I like the scene where the Bass player goes missing and a replacement is found. The boys aren't sure about his ability to play and begin to question the fact, only to be bowled over by a succession of riffs that blow your socks off.