The film that marked a whole generation of music lovers and future musical journalists is excited again but now for streaming.
During the last months, Max It has been reinforcing its catalog with great Classics of international cinema. In addition to the new original productions, he is strongly committed to films that marked a time and continue to resonate at the current audience. In that line, one of the last titles to join is Almost famous, success of the 00´s And a story that crosses the love for musicyouth and journalism in a golden age of rock.
Written and directed by Cameron Crowe, Almost famous was acclaimed by critics and awarded with the Oscar for best original script. With a combination of nostalgia, youth energy and an unforgettable soundtrack, it became a cult film for those who dream of live near the scenariosbut also for those who seek sincere stories about growing, finding your own voice and Break with idealizations.
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What is almost famous
The film follows William Millera teenager passionate about music that, with barely 15 yearsget his first great job as Musical journalist William begins an adventure to write an article for the Rolling Stone Magazine About the fictitious band Stillwaterduring his tour of the United States. As it is immersed in the dynamics of musicians, groups and behind the scene of success, William discovers that Not everything is so glamorous as it seems.
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Undoubtedly this film is much more than a rock story, it is a story of Growth and learning sincere, loaded with endearing moments, where the naivety of the protagonist with the cynicism of the industry. The film raises a constant tension between be part of something and keep the critical look of the journalist.
One of Crowe’s great successes was to capture the Emotional energy of an era without falling into the cliché. The authenticity of history is also explained because it is Based on the director’s own lifewho at age 15 was hired by Rolling Stone to cover band tours such as LED Zeppelin and The Allman Brothers Band. That personal experience gives the film of a truth that is felt in each sceneand perhaps that’s why he continues to move two decades later.
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Distribution of almost famous
- Patrick Fugit as William Miller
- Kate Hudson as Penny Lane
- Billy Crudup as Russell Hammond
- Frances McDormand as Elaine Miller
- Jason Lee as Jeff baby
- Zooey Deschanel as Anita Miller
- Philip Seymour Hoffman as Lester Bangs
Source: Ambito
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