Rock 'n' Roll High School
Rock 'n' Roll High School

Rock 'n' Roll High School

1979Movie93 minEnglish

A group of rock-music-loving students, with the help of the Ramones, take over their school to combat its newly installed oppressive administration.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Google Users77%
Director: MarkowitzGenres: Comedy, Music

Plot Summary

In a bizarrely run high school where conformity reigns supreme, Riff Randell is a student obsessed with the rock band Ramones. She dreams of meeting them and getting them to perform at her school's upcoming concert. Her defiance of the strict administration, led by the tyrannical Principal Togar, leads to a series of chaotic and musical events.

Critical Reception

Rock 'n' Roll High School is a cult classic that was a moderate success, celebrated for its energetic soundtrack and earnest embrace of punk rock ideals. While critics at the time were often divided, finding its plot thin and its humor occasionally juvenile, audiences embraced its rebellious spirit and infectious energy, making it a beloved B-movie.

What Reviewers Say

  • A fun, energetic romp with a killer soundtrack.
  • Pure, unadulterated punk rock chaos.
  • Appeals most to die-hard Ramones fans and lovers of low-budget cult films.

Google audience: Audiences love the film's nostalgic 70s vibe and the energetic performances by the Ramones. Many praise its humor and rebellious spirit, while some find the plot to be nonsensical.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for the band KISS, but they passed on the project, leading to the Ramones being cast instead.

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