The Rocker Movie
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Opportunity rocks
A comedy for the rockstar in all of us
He always knew he was going to be huge
The Rocker tells the story of a failed drummer who is given a second chance at fame. Robert "Fish" Fishman is the extremely dedicated and astoundingly passionate drummer for the eighties hair band Vesuvius, who is living the rock n' roll dream until he is unceremoniously kicked out of the band. Twenty years after his rock star fantasies are destroyed, just when Fish has finally given up all hope, he hears that his nephew's high school rock band A.D.D. is looking for a new drummer. They reluctantly make him the newest member of the band, giving him a chance to reclaim the rock God throne he's always thought he deserved, and taking the young band along for the ride of their lives.
| Rainn Wilson | Robert 'Fish' Fishman |
| Christina Applegate | Kim |
| Teddy Geiger | Curtis |
| Josh Gad | Matt Gadman |
| Emma Stone | Amelia |
| Jeff Garlin | Stan |
| Jane Lynch | Lisa |
| Jason Sudeikis | David Marshall |
| Will Arnett | Lex |
| Howard Hesseman | Gator |
| Fred Armisen | Kerr |
| Bradley Cooper | Trash |
| Lonny Ross | Sticks |
| Jon Glaser | Billy |
| Jane Krakowski | Carol |
| Peter Cattaneo |
6.10 out of 10 (2207 votes)
Visitor Reviews
Comedy - for laughs - not irony or sarcasm - and all the better for it.
posted on 20 Aug 2009This was the biggest surprise of the year - bar none.A great comedy - as in laughs, feel good, and just plain enjoyable.The plot of the loser who makes good at rock'n'roll second time around is very Jack Black and Rainn Wilson does a GREAT job - there is no recourse to gross or sarcastic humor here - rather it plays on its rock roots, chucks in some stupidity, and some kick-ass tunes, and lots of excellent one liners and like I say totally surprised us as to how genuinely funny and warm-hearted this is.Great cast and a great script - sure it's not perfect, but after all the pseudo-comedy and angst of 2008 it was refreshing just to sit back and enjoy an entertaining movie.we loved it and are normally really cynical about comedies - but this rocks and would recommend to anyone as a real effort by all involved to stop being smarter than the audience and just enjoy life - in two and a half words? - it rocks!
average film, decent music
posted on 12 Aug 2009This movie was OK. It's probably more for the teen crowd. I thought the original songs were OK. I think the actors that played Curtis and Amelia have potential. The character Rainn Wilson plays made me think of one thing "Jack Black". I mean the role of Fish was perfect for him, but I guess he wouldn't do it, so Wilson took the role.The best parts were when it showed Vesvious starting out. Having Fish chase the van was just creepy and using the drum sticks to punch holes in the roof. You got to love the 80s look with the hair and black eyeliner. Then at the end, they all have British accents.Of course, you have to look past the timeline in order to buy into this film. In the movie, ADD goes from you tube to having a number one album from touring a couple of midwestern states in like 3 months. It's a comedy, so get over it.FINAL VERDICT: If you like the music in this, then you should like the movie. It's nothing earth shattering, but I thought it was 90 minutes of decent entertainment.
The Rocker rocks it quite well
posted on 12 Aug 2009First off, from Fish's attitude, this obviously was supposed to be written for someone like Jack Black but Rainn Wilson holds himself well. A movie like this didn't need a big hit star, just rock n roll and comedy.Rainn plays Fish, a drummer fired from his band Vesuvius the night they get signed. 20 years later, still a loser, after losing his job and girlfriend, he is forced to move in with his sister. After his nephew's band loses their drummer for their upcoming gig at the prom, Fish fills in. Soon, there band hits it big and they learn the rock lifestyle.Original comedy, great fun, a must see ;]
I consistently smiled and occasionally laughed
posted on 06 Aug 2009I enjoyed this film and would recommend it, but by the time it is actually released, I expect to have almost forgotten it. I really liked the young actors that made up the band, and I have always enjoyed Rainn Wilson, but I like his work on 6 Feet Under and the Office much more. Josh Gad is particularly likable and I have a feeling he will be in a lot more teen type comedies. Overall I just have to say it is a pretty lightweight film. If you wait until DVD you won't be making a mistake, but I think it will have a wide appeal.Unlike the other posters so far, I wouldn't recommend taking little ones to it. OK for 11 and up is my take on it. A lot of MILF talk and such, particularly by the socially inept band manager played by Jason Sudiekis.
Awesome Musician Movie
posted on 25 Jul 2009The Rocker is a musicians movie, the cast of the movie hits the mark on what being in a band is like. I think a lot of this movie holds true for people who's dream it is to be musicians and "rock stars". Rainn Wilson is great at portraying the 80s Metal/Hard Rock drummer and is pretty funny to boot.Teddy Geiger is excellent as the lead singer of A.D.D. as he is a real life musician and has the experience behind him.Emma Stone is great as the Modern Punk girl who tries to show no emotion. I disagree with a lot of peoples comments that she reminds them of Lindsay Lohan, Emma is very likable and adapts to her roles very well. When I see Lindsay Lohan in a movie I just think Lindsay Lohan and not the character she is supposedly playing.Josh Gad was great as the nerdy guy, who's kind of a goody two shoes.All in all this movie is a great film if you're into music and love comedy's.I give this film a 10 out of 10.
School Of Rock II
posted on 27 Jun 2009I actually realized this when, just getting out of the theater, my little sister said: "wow, it's just like The School of Rock". I mean, it's about a musician that fails and tries making music with younger people, a keyboard player who is not "cool", a bass player who is a girl. It begins with a show going bad and it ends pretty much the same thing "the school of rock" did.I must admit that the reason I went to watch this film was basically Emma Stone and Christina Applegate, but this guy Rainn Wilson is pretty funny and there's a lot of really cool gags all through the movie. It will make you laugh.
A Nice Sleeper
posted on 25 Jun 2009I have a funny feeling this flick will get wider exposure on DVD and become a cult hit, though it deserved much more than being dumped into theatres in late August with little fanfare and minimal box office. It's one of those movies that make you go, "Why didn't this do well when it was in the theatre?" A collection of Hollywood's finest B-List But Much More Talented Than The A-List Actors pull off a funny yet sad portrait of the Rock 'n Roll life and dashed dreams. So many have commented that this seemed like a rejected Jack Black vehicle; but thank god for Rainn Wilson, who manages to create so many distinct characters in various projects from one quirky personality-whereas Jack Black is always Jack Black.
MUCH MUCH Better than I expected!
posted on 23 Jun 2009Watched this kind of on a whim thinking it would be just OK. Boy was I wrong! I was ROTFLMAO from the very first seen! Rainn Wilson is incredible and makes this movie happen. The writing is great, the plots and subplots keep you entertained throughout. Wow!! And for those who may think it's just slapstick... it's actually not. There is a real storyline and meaning in the movie to had breadth and depth to the comedy. Also, not that I have a big problem with swear words or lusty scenes, but this movie doesn't really have any and is still very entertaining. That in itself is a testament to the great script and acting. And *BONUS* parents will likely find it a fun movie to enjoy with their kids. Get ready to laugh and become pleasantly surprised with a this movie.
Genre-familiar but NOT a rip-off, this movie is hilarious!!
posted on 19 Jun 2009M/25/Detroit This is a funny and thoroughly entertaining movie, period. The biggest complaint I've read so far is that is too close to School of Rock. (And on that note, how would that be a bad thing?) I will admit some scenes did seem SchoolofRockish, however, this is an entirely different story and totally stands on its own. The fact that it is being compared to School of Rock goes aways to describing how entertaining this film is.Rainn Wilson plays a perfect over-the-top wannabe Rockstar who should've made it big but never did. He is awesome on The Office and I was very happy to see him deliver so huge in his first starring role. This movie is chalked full of laugh out loud scenes, witty one-liners, charming but not over the top feel-good moments, and every once in a while a scene that makes you wanna puke. :) By the way, haven't heard anyone mention Jason Sudeikis, who i'd never heard of before this movie. This guy was absolutely hilarious as ADD's band manager. Many gut busting scenes with this guy.Quite simply, if you like Rainn Wilson, there is no way in Earth you won't like this movie. And chances are, if you have no opinion yet, you will still like him. Wilson, along with a terrific supporting cast, very clever (if predictable) writing make this one hell of a fun show to watch, even if it's a genre we are pretty familiar with.
Just another teen movie
posted on 17 Jun 2009Its just another teen movie.Rainn Wilson (Robert Fish Fishman) was in a big hair band,living his dreams,until he got kicked out from the band,and never to recover after 20 years.His acting was okay,hilarious at certain moment,but how can a man who grew up in the 70s/80s,listening to musics like Cinderella,kiss etc ended up actually rocking,really enjoying himself and actually feeling the awesomeness living the life he should have 20 years ago in a teen/soft/almost pop rock band???what????and that is why i said,Rainn Wilson was hilarious.I do not think he was living his dreams,its a joke.The story lines is awful,and the end of the story was very very bad.The whole story is a joke anyway,would KISS let band like Busted play on their opening?Oh my God!This movie is a shame to all rock n roll fans,I am truly truly sorry for them.But anyhow,this movie made me laugh a couple of times.Recommended to teens,especially females.
Hilarious Movie! Must Watch!
posted on 17 Jun 2009I am a movie lover and took advantage of the Pre-Screening in my area. I went in not expecting much from this film. I thought..."It's free anyways". And I'm a fan of "Dwight", so I brought my wife with me.The movie moved at a good pace. I never looked at my watch once. It was REALLY funny! I hadn't laughed so much at the movies in a long time! I highly recommend this film to everyone. Especially the people who are into bands :) The cast was great. They were all believable. And it ended well. I wasn't expecting more. And the ending made you feel good. And those of you saying it's a ripoff or "School of Rock"...IT'S NOT! It may kind of the same background...Guy kicked out of band...joins kid band...but it's different in it's own way.P.S...you get to see lots of Rainn Wilson's butt in the movie...Naked Drummer!
Loved it!
posted on 30 May 2009I loved it. I thought Rainn Wilson was hilarious, I thought the jokes were hilarious and I loved the 3 main kids in the band, so well cast. I saw the movie with my husband and teenage daughter and teenage son and we all enjoyed the movie immensely and for a change- none of the jokes embarrassed me in front of my kids. I honestly didn't think Dwight (Rainn Wilson) could pull it off as this lead, but he was great. We all enjoyed the music, Teddy Geiger has an awesome voice. There are lots of great quotable moments, we all laughed out loud. We are all big fans of School of Rock, we enjoyed this just as much, maybe more. A great night!
The Rocker Movie Review from The Massie Twins
posted on 16 May 2009Though it borrows liberally from its genre brethren, The Rocker showcases a keen sense of parody and heart with a powerful star performance from the Jack Black-channeling Rainn Wilson. The "naked drummer" doesn't stray too far from his Office persona, but the random foul-mouthed spurts and goggle-eyed expressions certainly add a welcome layer of comic ingenuity.In 1986, Robert "Fish" Fishman (Rainn Wilson) drums for the popular rock band Vesuvius and a lucrative career seems destined to embrace him. However, a chance to play at a killer gig causes his bandmates to sell him out for fast fame, and the drummer is literally kicked to the streets. Twenty years later, Robert finds himself in a dead-end desk job with no hope of escaping his mundane lifestyle. But good luck and misfortune strike simultaneously leaving him jobless, homeless, and shacked up at his sister's house – where the desperation of his nephew's rock band lands him a spot as their drummer. What starts off as a rocky, mismatched collaboration inadvertently becomes a rapid success and Robert, along with Amelia (Emma Stone), Curtis (Teddy Geiger), and Matt (Josh Gad) may finally get to live the dream they've worked so hard to obtain.For his debut leading film role, Rainn Wilson manages a diverse blend of comedy and emanates the better qualities of funnyman Jack Black. Rainn keeps his character under control so as not to get annoying but remains erratic enough to evoke plenty of laughs. Most of the physical comedy (and nudity, unfortunately) belongs to the Office veteran who competently handles elaborate falls and crazed expressions with sincere enthusiasm. Spouting off random quotable gibes, Wilson utilizes a copious amount of offbeat one-liners and bizarre references that will result in a hearty chuckle for those attuned to the borderline-offensive brand of comedy.While the primary band members fill their roles quite ably, a surprising amount of laughs come from the hilarious supporting characters and their moments of inspired lunacy. Most notable are Will Arnett as a crazed 80's rocker and Jason Sudeikis as an arrogant record label agent whose offensive pick-up lines never fail to amuse. Numerous cameos also fill the screen, from stand-up comedian favorites to famous musicians and anchored comedy character actors.Though the whole cast turns in fine performances and Rainn Wilson conjures up a delirious beast of a drummer, The Rocker's downfall may be its heavily treaded subject matter. The cliché-filled plot resembles far too many others and even the rather unique pieces feel drowned out by the surplus of stereotypical events. What clearly rocks though is the hysterical frontman and a host of great cameos and fantastic supporting characters who bring an edgy absurdity to the whole affair.- Joel Massie
Rainn Wilson is funny, but it can't elevate slight material
posted on 08 May 2009The Rocker is content to be in its place, and I was content that it was, more or less. Less because it could have been something very funny, maybe on a level of smart rocker comedy like School of Rock (there's probably been numerous comparisons, but it ends with it being about a 30-something rocker teaching the "kids" how to do it right), and would have perhaps peaked my interest to see it in the theater. But nothing from the trailers or the commercials made it appear to be much more than it looked: bland PG-13 stuff with some occasional prat-falls and Rainn Wilson used like a $10 hooker. As it turns out, expectations were met: it's perfectly suitable as a rental, but it shouldn't be something you feel sorry you missed. And, sadder still, it was the right choice to release it in one of those lesser release periods for movies: the ass-end of summer, so to speak.Oh sure, Rainn Wilson tries, and is funny throughout the movie as "Fish", a once-drummer for Vesuvius, a heavy-metal bank that kicked him out so they could make it huge with a record company that insisted a family member replace him. After 20 years Fish's nephew comes to the now cranky old-school rocker and asks him to play the prom with his band, A.D.D. (not, not ADD, Attention Deficit Disorder- this brings a chuckle, but only one). It's a bust gig, but the idea of him as drummer sticks around, and soon it turns into, well, one of "those" rock and roll movies, where it's not about the music so much as it's about the sort of 'rise-and-fall' story we've seen often: big record deal spear-headed by a one-dimensional a-hole (Will Arnett) and lots of fame and glory, but then the downside of ego and, in this case, a confrontation Fish has to make with his past demons of a former band.Wilson's sense of comic timing is impeccable, even when not a whole lot is going on. It's kind of sad seeing him try so hard, and sometime succeed, with material that either tries to be funny too much (again, physical or gross-out gags of the PG-13 variety) or not quite enough ('the naked drummer' good was amusing, but then the writers just left it behind without taking it a step further- a similar flop comparable to the much touted nudity scene in Forgetting Sarah Marhsall). Certain lines are memorable (" A lot of elevators play Celine Dion - that doesn't make it right"), and one or two scenes do stick out (the funniest without Wilson is by far Dimitri Martin's bit part as a pretentious music video maestro with a bolex), but, again, too many fall flat or are over-played or whatever. It's as if the filmmakers- and I include co-screenwriter Wallace Wolodarsky, usually a dependable writer from the Simpsons- were content in the knowledge that they were making at best an amusing B-movie and at worst forgettable fluff.This is best evidenced in the fact that a) when there is music from A.D.D. it's middling pop stuff with maybe the one song "Not Bitter" being above average, and b) a misuse of a comic talent like Will Arnett, who seems to somehow suck the comic life out of any scene he's in - I can't tell whether it's his fault or the director for not letting him go off and improv or maybe not get enough, or maybe both, but either way he's in direct contrast with Wilson, who goes all out and is his usual fun Rainn Wilson self. The Rocker is what you've heard: not terrible, nothing great, a decent little Saturday afternoon potato-couch flick that will only remind you how you could be watching any given episode of the Office or Arrested Development instead.
Very funny comedy!
posted on 08 May 2009I first started off watching this film and in the beginning wasn't sure what to expect! Given time the film turns out to be a laugh a minute! This was a truly hilarious film and I would recommend this to anyonethat likes to have a good laugh! Raine Wilson tried to pull off a Jack Black in the film and aced it all the way through! An original storyline unravelled itself into a great movie! After School of rock a few years back it has taken a while for another similar type of comedy to reach us and finally it has with a bang! I would advise people though when watching that you will be guaranteed to laugh out loud on one or two occasions!Well worth watching!
We Want More Rainn Wilson! Rock On!!
posted on 26 Apr 2009As a metal/rock musician with a desk job myself, I could really appreciate this simple inspirational story as well as the many laughs it dished out. One line plot summary: Washed up former drummer turned office drone joins nephew's band, gets his mojo back and gets the chance to show the former band, an obvious AC/DC parody/homage, who betrayed him, that he can make it to the top without them. OK so that was a bit of a run-on sentence but anyhoo, with a great setup like that, plus choice casting of Rainn Wilson in the lead, the comedy pretty much writes itself. The story reminds me a little bit of the Dave Mustaine (Megadeth) / Metallica rivalry/hatred what with Mustaine kicked out of the band for his wild antics only to make it on his own without ever selling out. There are several cameos from familiar faces, the casting is perfect. The younger kids in the band are believable characters, not totally reckless and sensationalized like The OC but not given the wuss WWJD treatment of other TV fair like 7th Heaven. There is some underage drinking and pot references, but nobody becomes an alcoholic or a drug addict, just kids experiencing the time of their lives and living their dream as rock stars. The movie never takes itself too seriously but it has plenty of heart and is more than just a vehicle for Wilson's brilliant penchant for playing strangely aloof, yet obsessive characters. One of the comic bits I really liked was where The Rocker is humoring the singer of his Nephew's band, telling him how sweet his mopey, whiny ass lyrics are in this sort of underhandedly sarcastic tone. The movie is not afraid to poke fun at the frivolousness of modern youth's current popular music. That's not to say the songs are no good, but they are definitely a tad emo and gay for this rocker's taste, and I think Rain Wilson's character secretly agrees, but is too excited at the chance to play again to voice his opinion. On the whole, I felt it delivered more laughs than School of Rock with Wilson giving an equally energetic performance to that of Jack Black in said flick. I would recommend one if you like the other for sure. If I have one complaint about this movie it's this oddly treated subplot of the chick in the band getting knocked up, presumably by the singer. It is sort of brought up and never really dealt with or resolved. Not that I care about whether or not they had a baby or whatever, just saying why put drama in a movie just for drama's sake and then not take it anywhere? Should have just left that out it was kinda irking me I think they threw that in there because they realized hey the movie's halfway over and nothing remotely serious has happened. The first ten minutes or so of this movie are yispecially hilarious, excellent opening. I would easily rank the chase scene in the top ten funniest movie moments of 2008. "Dude...he can't be killed...He can't be killed dude! Drive! Drive!"
Good job!
posted on 26 Apr 2009Christina Applegate is a BRILLIANT, and very intelligent actress. Hat off! Hopefully big roles will find her in the future. Wilson was good and he managed to avoid being a second Jack Black - although the temptation must have been big. This role wasn't for Jack, Rainn felt good that his character is much more reserved than Black's figures. I like this movie. It doesn't want to say big things just portraits the real life. Sucks and ups that's all. And maybe because of it I can I agree with one our critics: this movie has a long time effect on your soul and brain. And reach it on a relatively silent, peaceful way without tons of special effects but message. Good job!
Believable, likable, and GREAT entertainment. Great music, too!
posted on 24 Apr 2009I must admit I wasn't keen to see this movie. But I went because I'd seen everything else, and I wanted one more cinema fling before school starts. I am SO glad I did. The Rocker is GREAT! In my opinion, one of the potential downfalls of this kind of comedy, with an actor such as Rainn Wilson, is mugging (being overly cute for the camera, figuratively winking at the audience, etc.). To be kind, I won't mention examples of fatal cutesiness in other actors--- but you know what I mean. The Rocker avoided all of that, and came across as honest and friendly.What was refreshing, and very enjoyable here, was the heart in the movie. It has a sweetness and an authenticity I really enjoyed. Solid story, believable plot, and it is populated by characters who actually make choices, learn, and grow. Sounds soppy, perhaps--- but it works very well. The movie has substance to it, and is thoroughly entertaining.Lastly, I actually liked the A.D.D. music! I don't know who wrote it or sang it or any of that--- but if I had an album of it, or at least a few singles, I'd be pleased. Too bad it was all from a "fake" band, and will probably never be heard again.
Terrific School-Of-Rock-a-like
posted on 22 Apr 2009A hit waiting to happen. Drawing on the likes of School Of Rock, Still Crazy and This Is Spinal Tap, this Rainn Wilson vehicle does pretty much what you might be expecting. The difference is that the script is sharp enough to shave with and, directed by Peter 'The Full Monty' Cattaneo, it zips by, avoiding all the traps which so many others would have made a virtue of jumping into.Rainn Wilson circumvents the 'acquired taste' issue of his own comic technique with pure energy. This is a performance that matches the drive of a Jack Black whilst keeping the sentimental moments from curdling into cheese. The kids are great too. The pick of the trio is Josh Gad's Matt, a large, curly-haired Jewish misfit with outstanding comic delivery. Compared to the overrated Jonah Hill (Superbad's Seth) he is a real find. Emma Stone as Amelia operates a Kristin-Scott-Thomas-straight face but is never aloof and Teddy Geiger as Curtis negotiates the post-pubescent Scylla and Charybdis of soul searching and premature celebrity without inviting eye-rolling.There is also notable support, but one must return to the guiding hand of Cattaneo. The potentially destabilising role of Curtis' single mum (a superb Christina Applegate) is carefully controlled. The rainclouds of moralising threaten but never precipitate - instead Jeff Garlin allowed to bounce through the film simply wanting to rock out like his brother-in-law. One cannot help but be swept along. Just like The Full Monty we get a thorough, amiable film, exhausting all its possibilities with wit and without fuss.It's a clean film but with flashes of very tart humour. All in all, a super way to spend an afternoon at the cinema. 7/10
The Rocker is a comedic charttopper!
posted on 24 Aug 2009Some critics have called the latest "rock-n-roll world" lampoon flick "The Rocker" an incomparable imitation of the critical darling of the same theme "School of Rock". To drum it up in simplistic syntax, both films ROCKED!!!!! "The Rocker" is not a carbon copy narrative of "School of Rock"; it does have a musical story life of its own. "The Rocker" stars the zany Rainn Wilson as Robert "Fish" Fishman, an over-the-top boisterous drummer. Fish was about to dive into the school of "Rock-Roll Fame & Fortune" when he was the drummer of an 80's heavy metal band called Vesufius. Just before Vesufius made it to stardom, Fish got the firing bait when the band's agent persuaded the Vesufius band members to let the Fish go so he can be replaced with a recording studio hotshot's son. Therefore, Fish was a musician out of the musical waters for the next twenty years. That is until Fish's nephew Matt asked Fish to be the drummer of his high school band entitled A.D.D. (are you with me?, lol) because the original juvenile drummer boy was being a bad boy and got expelled. Fish accepts and the rocker show begins! Fish is one to rebel and follow the beat of his own ludicrous drum and therefore A.D.D. chaos follows. Due to parental control issues of the remaining A.D.D. band members, the band is forced to rehearse each from their own home utilizing technical wizardry so they can view each other. Fish chooses to rehearse in the nude and before you can say "a little bored girl put it on You Tube and got zillions of hits" it did that exact same thing. That undoubtedly is the scary "naked truth" on the Fish following. Consequentially, fame and fortune follow for A.D.D. as they land a recording contract and tour gigs all over the country. Rainn Wilson's breakthrough performance as Fish was a comedic vivacious delight that should rain him in some more starring comedic roles. I also loved Jeff Garlin's role as the rocker-fantasy suburban dad. Screenwriters Maya Forbes & Wallace Wolodarsky scripted a trendy and modern narrative that symbolized the present youth obsessions & dilemmas in combination with the 80's retro fixations of the forty-year old generation. It was also quite damn hilarious for those young and older. And Director Peter Cattaneo brought the script to cinematic life by orchestrating a fine-tuned comedic machine. "The Rocker" might not be nominated for any Oscars, Golden Globes, or even Grammys, but it's a flick that simply (well you know…) ROCKS in the comedic entertainment "hysterically laugh out-loud" record category. ***** Excellent