Rock 'n' Roll High School Forever
Those rambunctious kids are back in school and back in trouble in a smash sequel to the 1978 worldwide hit. Corey Feldman leads a rock and roll rally at Ronald Reagon High, but must triumph over the evil plans of the school's fascist principal, Vadar, who wants to halt the school dance and run their school like a prison.
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Plot Summary
In a future where rock and roll is outlawed by a totalitarian government, a group of students led by Jesse Mills fight to keep the music alive. Their school principal, an undercover rocker, tries to guide them while a ruthless government agent seeks to crush their rebellion. The students organize a massive concert to broadcast their music and inspire a revolution.
Critical Reception
Rock 'n' Roll High School Forever was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who found its plot simplistic and its humor juvenile. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating its energetic musical numbers and rebellious spirit, while others found it to be a pale imitation of its predecessor and lacking in substance.
What Reviewers Say
- A weak sequel that fails to capture the magic of the original.
- Relies heavily on musical performances to carry a thin plot.
- The film's attempts at humor and rebellion fall flat for most critics.
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Fun Fact
The film is a sequel to the 1979 cult classic 'Rock 'n' Roll High School', which starred the punk rock band The Ramones.
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