The Runaways Rocked!

Rating: 8/10 (27 April 2010)

I think the reason The Runaways didn't do that well in the movies is because no one knew who they were. They were the first ever all girl rock band in the 70's. Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning were very good as Joan Jett and Cherie Currie. I never knew that Joan and Cherie had a relationship outside the band. It just goes to show you never know what goes on behind closed doors. Joan Jett of course had a successful solo career with her band the Blackhearts. Unless it is Twilight, no one wants to see Kristen and Dakota in anything different. Maybe it will do better overseas, DVD or on demand. It is a great movie and should not be missed. The Runaways were a slice of history. One of my favorite scenes is when Joan has to go to the bathroom really bad. She goes into the room of these guys who were busting her chops earlier during rehearsal. Joan pulls down her pants and...go see the movie. When I was a teenager, I had all their albums. Even live in Japan. I turned my friends onto the Runaways. One of my friends was in love with Joan Jett. I liked Cherie Currie. But I still like Joan Jett even now. She rocks! And so did the Runaways!