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School of Rock
Movie

School of Rock(2003)

7.2
tomato92%
PG_13
110Minutes

After being kicked out of his rock band, Dewey Finn becomes a substitute teacher of an uptight elementary private school, only to try and turn his class into a rock band. Dewey forms a band with his students and helps them embrace their talents and overcome their insecurities. They sneak out of school to audition for a competition and deceive the organizers to let them perform. However, Dewey's true identity is revealed, but he apologizes and leaves. The students decide to perform at the competition on their own, impressing everyone and gaining support from their parents. Dewey continues to coach them and rediscover his passion for rock music.

Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Movie

Ferris Bueller's Day Off(1986)

7.8
tomato82%
PG_13
103Minutes

Ferris Bueller's Day Off is about a popular high school student who decides to take a day off from school and goes to extreme lengths to make it happen. He convinces his girlfriend and best friend to spend the day in Chicago, visiting various landmarks and having fun. However, his sister and the school principal are determined to catch him in his lie. The day involves a stolen Ferrari, a parade, and a near run-in with his family. In the end, Ferris outwits his pursuers and imparts some wisdom about enjoying life.

American Graffiti
Movie

American Graffiti(1973)

7.4
tomato95%
PG
110Minutes

American Graffiti is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film set in 1960s California. It follows a group of teenagers as they spend their last night before adulthood searching for adventures and love. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and the loss of innocence. Throughout the night, they encounter various situations, including vandalism, a car race, a robbery, and a dance party. The film captures the spirit and atmosphere of the 1960s, with a nostalgic soundtrack featuring rock-n-roll music. American Graffiti is a timeless classic that portrays the universal experiences of teenagers transitioning into adulthood.

Pump Up the Volume
Movie

Pump Up the Volume(1990)

7.2
tomato79%
R
105Minutes
We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists
Movie

We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists(2012)

7.2
tomato75%
NR
93Minutes

We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists is a documentary film that focuses on the rise of the hacktivist group Anonymous, exploring their influence and impact on various social and political issues. The film delves into their motivations, methods, and the wide-ranging effects of their actions.

The Decline of Western Civilization
Movie

The Decline of Western Civilization(1981)

7.5
tomato100%
NR
100Minutes

The Decline of Western Civilization is a documentary film that explores the punk rock subculture in 1970s Los Angeles. It features live performances, interviews with punk rockers, and insight into the raw and rebellious nature of the movement. The film showcases the struggles, self-destructiveness, and anti-establishment attitudes of the punk bands, while giving viewers a glimpse into the intense and chaotic atmosphere of the punk rock scene.

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Taking Off
Movie

Taking Off(1971)

7.4
tomato100%
R
93Minutes
Strike
Movie

Strike(1925)

7.6
tomato100%
NR
89Minutes

In the Russian Empire, a labor strike erupts as workers protest against their exploitative working conditions, corruption, and the cruelty inflicted upon animals. The rebellion grows in intensity, leading to a fierce fight for workers' rights and justice. Amidst the turmoil, the working class is pushed to the edge, suffering from starvation and social unrest. The movie explores themes of class struggle, anti-capitalism, and the oppressive nature of the Tsarist regime.

Getting Wasted
Movie

Getting Wasted(1980)

4.5
R
90Minutes

An uptight military school gets a dose of hippie-infused rebellion when a group of students gather in support of the 1960s uprising going on around them. When a few students decide to bring the more liberal, artsy side of the revolution onto campus, they face opposition from much of the school's staff.

Hated: GG Allin and The Murder Junkies
Movie

Hated: GG Allin and The Murder Junkies(1993)

7.2
tomato63%
NR
50Minutes

Hated: GG Allin & The Murder Junkies is a biography documentary that delves into the shocking and self-destructive life of punk rock musician GG Allin. Known for his extreme stage performances, outrageous behavior, and controversial lyrics, GG Allin became a symbol of hate and self-destruction in the music industry.

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God Speed You! Black Emperor
Movie

God Speed You! Black Emperor(1976)

6.6
90Minutes
Punishment Room
Movie

Punishment Room(1956)

7
96Minutes

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