Makin' It

Tony Manetta, a young, ambitious dockworker from Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, dreams of making it big as a rock star in the competitive New York City music scene. With his best friend, Carmen, he navigates the challenges of writing songs, finding gigs, and dealing with the skepticism of his working-class family. His journey is a classic tale of chasing the American dream against a backdrop of disco-era grit and determination.

Makin' It was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. While some appreciated the earnestness of its portrayal of aspiring musicians, the film was largely overshadowed by more successful musical dramas of its time. Audience reception was also lukewarm, contributing to its limited theatrical run.

• Lacked the charisma and musicality to stand out in the crowded music film genre.
• A derivative story that offered little new to audiences seeking entertainment.
• Despite a few energetic musical numbers, the overall film felt flat and uninspired.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for Makin' It, but those available suggest a perception of a forgettable film that didn't live up to its potential, with some finding the music occasionally engaging but the plot too conventional.

The film's theme song, also titled 'Makin' It,' performed by Desmond Child, became a minor hit, reaching number 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1979.