Action, Drama, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy, even Sci-Fi. The movie can be slow, lacking a story-line or even star Jennifer Lopez. But if the music can evoke the passion, intensity, excitement and sentiment that the movie so desperately needs, then in my books its a winner.
Enter 'Hot Tub Time Machine'.
Blasting back to the 80's via a magical hot-tub are four friends who set out to repeat history but then realise their lives are worthless and that by making a difference in the 80's they may find themselves happy in 2009....sounds like a winner!
My first thought when I heard about this movie was that it looks ridiculous, but in a funny way.
And I do love John Cusack.
Whilst the jokes are dirty and the action a little lame, the soundtrack to this film is absolute GOLD.
David Bowie, Poison, Cutting Crew, Public Enemy - to name a few. But the real show stoppers in the film all happen to Motley Crue with a special take on 'Home Sweet Home'...
Classic 80's anthems highlight the hilarious plot and completely unrealistic circumstances the four main characters get involved in.
But with music like that, who cares!
Music defines people, occupations, fashion, eras and most importantly to me - film.
There are moments when you hear a song and it reminds you of a place or a person and you sit back and have a little chuckle or perhaps get a little teary.
I enjoy when I hear a song and it triggers a scene from a film to replay over and over in my head.
My favourite would have to be from Ferris Bueller's Day Off...
It just so happens that my fav scene makes an appearance in 20-to-1 'Scene-Stealing Shows' - I hope yours does too!
It's been a pleasure - and for me too ;)
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