Like Shooting Stars
Like Shooting Stars

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Like Shooting Stars

2017
Movie
100 min
Italian

An Italian composer in crisis takes a break in Valencia, where he takes a shine to a famous singer.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jake SzymanskiGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

This mockumentary style film chronicles the rise and fall of a fictional, legendary band from the 1980s. It delves into their creative process, their meteoric success, and the eccentric personalities that drove them apart. The narrative is told through interviews with band members, former associates, and music critics.

Critical Reception

Like Shooting Stars received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its unique comedic approach and the performances of its cast, particularly Will Ferrell. Some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, but generally, it was seen as an enjoyable, albeit quirky, send-up of music documentaries.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever mockumentary format and commitment to its absurd premise.

  • Will Ferrell's performance is a highlight, embodying the over-the-top rockstar persona.

  • Some viewers found the humor occasionally too niche or repetitive, but generally enjoyed the satire.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique comedic style and the cast's performances. Many found it to be a funny and entertaining parody of music documentaries, though a smaller portion felt the humor didn't always land.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a short and expanded into a feature-length mockumentary, utilizing a blend of scripted scenes and improvised dialogue to capture a spontaneous feel.

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