As a movie, it may not rock, but it rolls along nicely enough.
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10/17/08
The Rocker (2008)
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Reviews Counted:10
Fresh:4
Rotten:6
Average Rating:5.3/10
Consensus: With a predictable and lightweight story, the earnest efforts of the cast are squandered by The Rocker's bland script.
Theatrical Release:17-10-2008
Synopsis: Slovenly drummer Robert "Fish" Fishman (THE OFFICE's Rainn Wilson) is booted out of his 1980s hair metal band, Vesuvius, right as they're signed to a big label, crushing his dreams and leading to a... [More]
Starring: Rainn Wilson, Christina Applegate, Jeff Garlin, Teddy Geiger
Director: Peter Cattaneo, Anthony B. Richmond
Reviews for The Rocker
1 - 10 (sorted by date; UK critics are listed first)
Top CriticAmiable enough yet unadventurous and uneven, this may coax the odd big smile from viewers but it never rocks the house.
10/17/08
Top CriticThere are occasionally amusing moments, but the writing lacks the warmth that made School of Rock such a hit.
10/17/08
Top CriticIt all looks good and there's a decent cast but nothing really takes off.
10/17/08
Top CriticLightweight but likable.
08/18/08
Top CriticThe film equivalent of an inoffensive throwaway track, what we used to call a B-side, back in the days of Vesuvius.
08/20/08
Top CriticWatching Rainn Wilson gyrate in The Rocker, you can’t help wondering if Mr. Wilson is inhabiting a role that was originally turned down by Jack Black.
08/20/08
Top CriticLike its protagonist, the movie is sweet but slow and a little out of date.
08/19/08
Top CriticThis satire about an aging heavy metal drummer finds a good comic rhythm.
07/28/08
Top Critic[A] well-crafted, feel-good satire.
07/23/08
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