Kilroy Was Here

A rock star, Kilroy, is framed by his record label and forced into hiding. He attempts to expose the corruption within the music industry from the shadows. The film is essentially a visual album for the rock band Styx's concept album of the same name.

Kilroy Was Here was met with generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot nonsensical and the musical numbers disjointed. However, it has gained a cult following over the years among Styx fans who appreciate its ambitious, albeit flawed, attempt at a rock opera.

• The film's narrative is often confusing and fails to effectively connect the musical segments.

• Despite its shortcomings, the music and performances by Styx are a draw for fans.

• Considered a unique artifact of 1980s rock music and visual album experiments.

Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with many fans of the band Styx enjoying the music and concept, while others find the film's story lacking and its execution amateurish.

The film was a passion project for Styx's lead singer, Dennis DeYoung, who wrote the screenplay and conceived the entire concept album and film.