Everyone loves spinal tap ...

Rating: 9/10 (27 February 2004)

Spinal Tap is one of the most beloved films of all time. For the hardcore fans, it's probably one of the most repeatedly watched movies ever - people have either never seen this movie, or have seen it a dozen times. The amazing thing about this movie is the deadpan delivery. The movie manages to make rock and roll musicians seem almost, well ... not quite normal, but you can't put your finger on what's wrong with them. There are great cameos by a phenominal range of people, like Billy Crystal and Fran Drescher. If you like this type of humor, you probably also like some of the early Woody Allen flicks (Sleeper, Take the money and run) and some of the newer mockumentaries like Muffin Man.
I have one suggestion for the uninitiated watching for the first time: don't take anything seriously, and watch that volume knob!