Movies and TvShows featuring "gig" theme.

Sweet and Sour was an Australian television series that screened on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in 1984. It was created by Tim Gooding and Johanna Pigott and was produced internally for the ABC by Jan Chapman. The main storyline of the series followed the efforts of a fictional band, The Takeaways, to break into the Sydney music scene. "The Takeaways have so far eluded commercial success. However, negotiations are presently underway for the band to sell their story to a prominent TV station, and really clean up."

When a workaholic father learns that his daughter is missing, he joins forces with her ex-boyfriend for a night of unexpected adventures in Los Angeles. Along the way, they encounter psychedelic mushrooms, break into an apartment, get arrested, and find themselves in a barroom brawl. Through it all, they must overcome misunderstandings and navigate the nightlife of the city to locate the missing daughter.

Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii is a concert film that captures the iconic British rock band Pink Floyd performing in the ancient city of Pompeii. The film showcases the band's innovative and psychedelic music, featuring songs from their albums Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall. It takes the audience on a journey through the ruins of Pompeii, creating a visually stunning and atmospheric experience.

Adam, a depressed musician, is reunited with his vampire lover, Eve. Their enduring romance is put to the test when Eve's uncontrollable younger sister Ava arrives and disrupts their peaceful existence.

Spike Island is a coming-of-age comedy drama about a group of teenagers forming a band in Manchester in the 1990s. They embark on a journey to Spike Island, where their favorite band will be performing. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and adventures, including drug use, music business struggles, and personal growth.

Salsa singer screws over everybody on his way to the top; when his latest record flops, his career starts doing downhill.

Lemmy (2010) is a rockumentary that delves into the life and career of Lemmy Kilmister, the legendary heavy metal musician and frontman of the band Motörhead. The film explores his rise to fame, his unique personality, and his enduring influence on the rock music scene. From his early days as a member of the band Hawkwind to his later success with Motörhead, Lemmy's story is filled with intriguing anecdotes and insights into the world of rock 'n' roll.

Not Quite Dead Yet is a comedy movie about a rebellious daughter who enlists the help of a corporate spy to save her father's pharmaceutical company from a hostile takeover. As she navigates the cutthroat corporate world, she discovers the true meaning of family and friendship.

The stand-up comedian performs in Denmark, New Zealand and Germany over the course of two months - one of the first people to do so since lockdown began. Between gigs he explores the countries he's visiting.

The Commitments follows the transformation of a group of working-class Irish individuals as they come together to form a soul band in Dublin. Filled with hope, skepticism, and optimism, the band faces various challenges and experiences while pursuing their dreams of making it big in the music industry.

Gentle satire about a motley crew of Brighton-based twentysomethings and their attempts to make it big as a rock band. The Last Chancers was originally a one-off television sitcom, screened under the Comedy Lab banner at 11:40pm on Thursday 21 November 2002. This show was later developed into a five-part series which was broadcast on E4 in December 2002. Currently the Channel 4 website has one series consisting of eight episodes listed.

Born to Be Blue is a biographical drama that follows the life of jazz trumpeter Chet Baker. Set in the 1950s and 1960s, it explores his struggles with drug addiction, his comeback, and personal redemption.

In December 2016 a remarkable chapter in music history was closed as the Finnish punk rock band Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät (PKN) retired. Punk Voyage is a feature length documentary film about the last years of the band, with all the ups and downs included. After becoming celebrities in Finland, this incredible quartet continued to conquer new fans around the World. In its seven years run PKN played nearly 300 gigs in 16 countries. In 2015 the band was selected to represent Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest, where they played to over 100 million television spectators. However, the busy traveling and success created a lot of pressure within the band: Kari struggled with the temptations and responsibilities brought by publicity; Sami extended his territory to politics and religion; Toni's and the band's roadie Niila's crush to the the same girl caused conflicts; and Pertti, tired of this all, decided to retire.

Dracula of Exarcheia is a psychotronic film that follows the story of a rock musician and descendant of Dracula who leads a music band in Athens. One night, during a performance in a cemetery, he accidentally resurrects the undead and chaos ensues. With elements of surrealism and stripping, the movie explores themes of sex, death, and rock music in a unique and bizarre way.

Hanoi Rocks - Buried Alive (2009) is a documentary that depicts the final concert of the iconic rock band Hanoi Rocks. The film showcases the band's electrifying performance and takes viewers on a journey through the history of the band, their music, and the impact they had on the rock music scene. With their unique blend of hard rock, glam rock, and punk, Hanoi Rocks captivated audiences and this documentary commemorates their legacy.

In 1980s Stockholm, three teenage girls form a punk rock band despite their lack of musical talent. They navigate the challenges of friendship, jealousy, and growing up in a conservative society. As they face obstacles like band practice, gigs, and underage drinking, they learn about themselves, their passions, and the power of female friendship.

A female heavy metal guitarist deals with depression and family issues in the Icelandic metal scene.

A young musician recovers from the loss of his girlfriend with the help of his female filmmaker friend, and even forms a friendship with the rival who stole her.

Prey for Rock & Roll follows a Los Angeles based all-female punk rock band who are struggling to make it in the 1980s music scene. Over the course of several years, the band members face tragedy, addiction, and personal demons as they fight for success and survival.

The Leningrad Cowboys, a Finnish rock band, decide to travel to America in hopes of finding success. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and adventures, including a crooked manager, a long-lost relative, and an obsessed fan. Through their journey, they learn about the American dream and the challenges of pursuing a music career.