The story of a young Sydney band trying to get a foothold in the competitive world of rock n' roll. After the band's first gig is a colossal failure, the lead singer takes it upon himself to go out and pursue the most successful rock manager in the country. Meanwhile, the other members of the band continue to deal with the kind of everyday life issues that can ultimately tear a band apart. It may be the dawn of a new millennium, but it's still a long way to the top if you want to rock n' roll.
Direction
Alex Proyas brings visual flair to small-scale comedy
Acting
Kick Gurry's desperate charisma carries every scene
Sound
Early 2000s Australian rock authenticity throughout
Director
Alex Proyas
Kick Gurry
Freddy
Maya Stange
Kate
Pia Miranda
Tanya
Russell Dykstra
Bruno
Brett Stiller
Joe
Chris Sadrinna
Lucy
Andy Anderson
Kevin
Marton Csokas
Shad Kern
Sean Lynch
Cocky Male Student
Angela Keep
Shad's Assistant
Rohan Nichol
York Pub Manager
Kimble Rendall
Suicidal Man
Jimmy Costas
Very Large Boyfriend
Emma Lung
Freddy's Babysitter
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Alex Proyas took a deliberate break from big-budget sci-fi to make this small Australian comedy, reportedly as a palate cleanser.
The film captures a specific moment in Australian music culture just before digital disruption killed the traditional 'get signed' pipeline entirely.
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