Detroit Rawk!!!

In 1978, four die-hard KISS fans embark on a chaotic cross-country road trip to make it to a KISS concert in Detroit. Their journey is fraught with a series of misadventures as they face everything from rebellious parents and a rival band to a carjacking and a run-in with the authorities. All they want is to get to the concert and prove their devotion to their idols.

Detroit Rock City was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its nostalgic appeal and energetic performances, particularly from Sam Rockwell. However, some found the plot predictable and the humor juvenile. Audiences, especially fans of the band KISS, responded more favorably, appreciating its lighthearted and fun-loving tribute.

• Praised for its energetic and humorous portrayal of KISS fandom.
• Sam Rockwell's performance as a KISS impersonator was a standout.
• The plot was considered by some to be thin and predictable.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Detroit Rock City' for its fun and nostalgic vibe, with many appreciating its commitment to capturing the spirit of KISS fandom. Some viewers found the humor to be a bit too crude, but most agreed it was an entertaining watch for fans of the band.

The film features KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley making cameo appearances, not as themselves, but as other characters. Gene Simmons appears as a security guard, Paul Stanley as a DJ, Peter Criss as a pimp, and Ace Frehley as a cab driver.