Movies and TvShows featuring "indie-rock" theme.
One Tree Hill is a TV show that follows the lives of two half-brothers, Lucas and Nathan, who compete on the basketball team and navigate through various personal and professional challenges. The show explores themes of family relationships, love, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams.
Grojband is a flash-animated TV show that follows the story of a 13-year-old boy named Corey and his 16-year-old sister Laney. Corey starts a rock band called Grojband with his friends and they go on musical adventures. They face challenges such as dealing with an evil sister, solving network issues, and gaining popularity in their local music scene. Along the way, they learn about friendship, teamwork, and the power of music.
Scott Pilgrim meets the girl of his dreams, Ramona Flowers, only to find out her seven evil exes stand in the way of their love. Throughout the series, Pilgrim must defeat each ex in over-the-top fashion to win Ramona's heart.
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World(2010)
83%TomatometerIn a magically realistic version of Toronto, a young man must defeat his new girlfriend's seven evil exes one by one in order to win her heart.
In Buenos Aires, two socially-awkward thirty-somethings and a young con woman come together to form a rock band. Their music quickly catches the attention of the city's music scene, leading them on an unexpected journey of success and self-discovery.
Cobain: Montage of Heck is a biographical documentary that explores the life and career of musician Kurt Cobain. The film delves into his personal struggles with addiction, depression, and the pressures of fame, providing a raw and intimate portrait of one of rock music's most iconic figures.
Documentary about the American indie band Pavement, which combines scripts with documentary images of the band and a musical mise-en-scene composed of songs from their discography.
No Way Jose is a comedy movie about a struggling musician named Jose who is trying to find his way in life and love. He faces various challenges and obstacles along the way but never gives up on his dreams.
Scott Pilgrim, a bass guitarist in a rock band, must fight against the seven evil exes of his new love interest in order to win her heart.
Allie and Jacob are inseparable best friends, rambling on in between playing gigs for empty crowds. But when a dream job is set to separate them, tensions and emotions arise in unexpected ways.
Scenes from the Suburbs is a dystopian coming-of-age drama that takes place in a suburban neighborhood. It explores themes of police brutality, militarism, and the psychological angst of adolescence. The story follows a group of teenagers as they navigate a police state, reflecting on their summer memories and the challenges they face. The film also features elements of rock music and urban adventure.
Set in the 1990s during Japan's "band boom" era, the film tells the tale of a girl in high school, Asako, who goes to a concert and meets Natsu, vocalist of the new band LANDS. Asako ends up being the band manager, but as the band's popularity starts to soar, the band's friendship begins to suffer.
Modern Life Is Rubbish is a romantic comedy about a couple, Liam and Natalie, who are struggling with their relationship. Set in 1990s London, the film explores their journey as they navigate through the challenges of love and pursue their dreams in the music industry. As they face break-ups, pressure from their families, and the harsh realities of the music industry, Liam and Natalie must decide if their love for each other is strong enough to overcome all obstacles and pursue their passions.
In the early 2000s, the New York music scene experienced a rebirth, thanks to a new generation of musicians. This documentary takes you on an immersive journey through this influential era that revitalized the city's music scene and had a global impact.
Lyla Riley is in a punk band -- Minor Illusion. They suck. Regardless, she perseveres with her best friend Rob on guitar, numbskull drummer Sean and showboat bassist Pete. Minor Illusion's pathetic existence vexes Lyla's older sister Stephanie, a former punk turned 9-to-5 suit. Through lineup changes, borrowed cash, shitty gigs and drunken nights, Lyla and the band journey through the perils of Chicago's DIY music scene to get their shot at adequacy.
1991: The Year Punk Broke is a documentary film that explores the rise of punk rock music in 1991, featuring performances and behind-the-scenes footage of iconic bands like Sonic Youth and Nirvana during their European tour. It showcases the energy and influence of punk rock on the music scene during that time.
Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker is a documentary that explores the rise and fall of the influential punk band. It delves into their impact on the punk rock scene and their unique blend of indie rock, pop punk, and emo. The film also examines the band's personal struggles and the challenges they faced in their careers.
The White Stripes: Under Great White Northern Lights(2009)
91%TomatometerA documentary about the rock band The White Stripes as they embark on a tour across Canada. The film showcases their performances in various cities, as well as their interactions with fans and the challenges they face on the road.
We Were Famous, You Don't Remember: The Embarrassment(2022)
Formed in 1979 in Wichita, Kansas, the so-called "blister pop" band the Embarrassment played major U.S. cities and garnered praise from the likes of Allen Ginsberg, John Cale and Jonathan Demme, but their refusal to compromise their vision made success elusive. Through archival interviews and concert footage, this documentary draws a portrait of the oft-overlooked post-punk legends.
A band of friends ventures into the woods to write new songs but ends up facing a backwoods slasher. As they fight for survival, they uncover dark secrets and experience violence and gore.