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Stomp! Shout! Scream!
Theodora, Jody and Carol, collectively The Violas, are on tour when their van breaks down in a small southern beach town. The local police are investigating a mass of mysterious debris on the beach and the disappearance of a little girl's parents after she's found walking the beach in a state of shock. Scientist John Patterson is called in to help investigate. Both John and local mechanic Hector Garcia fall for Violas lead singer Theodora, but she seems to have no interest in them, possibly because of a mysterious past. Hector convinces the girls to stay in town when he offers to repair their van in exchange for playing his party, but the mysterious creature is still on the loose.
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Plot Summary
A talented but awkward teenage musician, who prefers playing her electric guitar to attending high school parties, gets an unexpected chance to compete in a prestigious battle of the bands. She must overcome her shyness and stage fright, while also dealing with the pressures of school and her bandmates' differing ambitions.
Critical Reception
Stomp! Shout! Scream! received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and its plot predictable. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating its lighthearted take on teenage aspirations while others criticized its lack of originality.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a weak script and uninspired jokes.
While the lead performance offers some charm, it's not enough to save the movie.
A forgettable teen comedy that fails to stand out in a crowded genre.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Savage Steve Holland, is also known for directing other family-oriented comedies such as 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982) and 'National Lampoon's Vacation' (1983).
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