Edgy teenage biopic...

Rating: 8/10 (30 July 2011)

When I saw the trailer for this film, I thought it looked brilliant! Personally, I don't like the Runaways, but I was interested to see what they were going to do with this story.
I didn't think the plot was any good, there didn't even really seem like there was one, just the starting off of the group then the downward spiral,leading to the band's dramatic break up.It didn't seem like there was much in between.
However the film was saved by the brilliant performances from Kristen Stewart, Micheal Shannon and especially Dakota Fanning. Kristen Stewart played Joan Jett to perfection. Micheal Shannon playing Kim Fowley was very good, but very unpleasant to watch, but that's just the character. I thought Dakota Fanning was the best thing about the film, she played the young Cherie Currie brilliantly, always making you experience everything Cherie goes through, great actress!
I did enjoy this movie, but like I said before, not a great plot, but is worth watching for the terrific performances!