

In 1973, 15-year-old William Miller's unabashed love of music and aspiration to become a rock journalist lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview and tour with the up-and-coming band, Stillwater.
Acting
Kate Hudson's Penny Lane — career-defining, never topped.
Writing
Crowe's autobiographical script, sharp and tender.
Score
Elton John singalong on the bus = cinematic perfection.

Director
Cameron Crowe
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The 'Tiny Dancer' bus scene was shot in one continuous take. The cast genuinely sang along, no playback.
Penny Lane is based on multiple real groupies, including Pennie Trumbull and Bebe Buell. Crowe dated her; she later became Liv Tyler's mother.