Forever Plaid
Forever Plaid

Forever Plaid

2009Movie85 minEnglish

Forever Plaid is an affectionate musical homage to the close-harmony 'guy groups' that reached the height of their popularity during the 1950s. This quartet of high-school chums, and their earnest dreams of recording an album, ended (symbolically, and even literally) in death, when their cherry red '54 Mercury collided with a bus filled with Catholic schoolgirls on their way to see the Beatles' American debut on The Ed Sullivan Show. The girls were fine. The play begins with the wondrous and wondering Plaids returning from the afterlife for one final chance at musical glory.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Tony De SantisGenres: Musical, Comedy

Plot Summary

Four young male singers, killed in a car accident on the way to their first big concert, get a chance to return to Earth to perform one final show. Reunited from the afterlife, they use their harmonies and wit to finish what they started. The story follows their journey through memory and music, exploring themes of friendship and lost potential.

Critical Reception

The 2009 film adaptation of 'Forever Plaid' was generally well-received by audiences familiar with the stage musical, praised for its nostalgic charm and energetic performances. Critics often noted its faithfulness to the original production while also pointing out the limitations of adapting a stage-centric musical to the screen.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appeals to fans of the original stage musical with its faithful adaptation.
  • Praised for the cast's vocal talents and comedic timing.
  • Some found the plot thin, relying heavily on the musical numbers.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive, with many appreciating the nostalgic trip back to the music of the 1950s and 60s. Viewers enjoyed the harmonies and the lighthearted, feel-good nature of the story.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for the 2009 film adaptation, though the original stage musical received numerous awards and nominations.

Fun Fact

The original 'Forever Plaid' stage musical was created by Stuart Ross and premiered in 1989, becoming a long-running Off-Broadway hit and spawning numerous regional productions and tours.

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