The Rocker
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'The Rocker'
Rainn Wilson kicks out the jams as failed drummer Robert "Fish" Fishman who is given a second chance at fame with his nephew's high school band A.D.D.
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- Synopsis
- The Office star Rainn Wilson portrays a drummer named "Fish," who gets a second shot at fame 20 years after getting kicked out of his band on the very night they signed the record contract that made them stars....
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- Starring
- Rainn Wilson, Christina Applegate, Josh Gad, Teddy Geiger, Emma Stone
- Director(s)
- Peter Cattaneo
- Distributor(s)
- Fox Atomic
- MPAA Rating
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 102 min.
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The Hollywood Reporter | Frank ScheckAdd Critic to Favorites
Overcomes its essential familiarity thanks to a frequently witty script, grounded direction (by Peter Cattaneo, of "Full Monty" fame) and an engaging turn by its star that proves him more than capable of carrying a comedy feature.Read the full review
Variety | Peter DebrugeAdd Critic to Favorites
Wilson makes the most of it in this well-crafted, feel-good satire.Read the full review
Boston Globe | Wesley MorrisAdd Critic to Favorites
A grubby little redemption comedy that in every way feels like a consignment-shop Jack Black vehicle.Read the full review