Cinderella Rock
Cinderella Rock

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Cinderella Rock

1998
Movie
130 min
Japanese

Moon Troupe's stage play.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Dir. Daniel RoebuckGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

In this musical comedy, a struggling rock band gets a bizarre opportunity when they're hired to play a gig at a remote, eccentric mansion. The mansion's owner, a peculiar woman named Madame Esmeralda, has a strange obsession with rock music and a deeply troubled daughter. As the band navigates the increasingly surreal and dangerous environment, they uncover the dark secrets lurking within the estate.

Critical Reception

Cinderella Rock received a generally lukewarm reception. While some critics appreciated its campy humor and unique premise, many found the execution to be uneven, with a weak script and uninspired musical numbers holding it back from its potential. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, often polarizing between those who embraced its low-budget, B-movie charm and those who were put off by its bizarre narrative and inconsistent quality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky, cult-like appeal and over-the-top performances.

  • Criticized for its low production values and a story that doesn't quite cohere.

  • Seen as an oddity that might appeal to fans of cult B-movies and bizarre musicals.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, with director Daniel Roebuck also starring in it and reportedly contributing significantly to its production.

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