Meryl Streep stars as Ricki Rendazzo, a guitar heroine who made a world of mistakes as she followed her dreams of rock-and-roll stardom. Returning home, Ricki gets a shot at redemption and a chance to make things right as she faces the music with her family.
Acting
Streep actually learned guitar — and Mamie Gummer is her real daughter.
Direction
Demme's final film, shot like a documentary at real live shows.
Score
Rick Springfield jams with Streep, unhinged and glorious.
Director
Jonathan Demme
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Streep performed live with Rick Springfield at the Hollywood Bowl to promote the film, fully committing to the bit.
Demme, who died months after release, essentially made his love letter to working musicians — the bar band scenes were filmed at actual California clubs with real crowds.
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