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- Crossroads (1986) This is the guitar player's movie. It has everything: a historical blues context, neo-classical shredding, a head-cutting guitar duel - and Steve Vai.
- This is Spinal Tap (1984) You don't need to play an instrument to get this movie, though anyone who's ever worked in a professional band will tell you: it all really happens.
- School of Rock (2003) If overblown, self-possessed rock 'n' roll needed a savior, it found it in Jack Black. Though this film could have been padded off as warmhearted, kid-friendly cash cow, School of Rock...
- Sweet and Lowdown (1999) Woody Allen fans unfamiliar with the work of legendary jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt got a crash course in the Manouche gypsy-style guitar that the Belgian-born musician helped pioneer in the Thirties.
Jan 17, 2024 · 13 Best Movies About Guitarists. In no particular order, these are my favorite guitar movies: Movies about Guitarists And Rock Band Groups. These are primarily fictional movies that are entertaining and motivating to watch as a guitar player. And yes, you’ll find a movie about Spinal Tap on this list! Crossroads (1986)
- Alan Furth
- Wayne’s World 2
- Rock Star
- The Guitar
- Singles
- That Thing You Do
- Crazy Heart
- August Rush
- Light of Day
- Llewyn Davies – Inside Llewyn Davies
- Sweet and Lowdown
The original Wayne’s world was about Wayne and Garth’s cable public access show but Wayne’s world 2 concentrates on Waynestock. Featuring tracks by Aerosmith, Robert Plant, Chrissie Hynde, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Norman Greenbaum, Golden Earring, Bad Company and Edgar Winter to name but a few.
Starring Mark Wahlberg and Jennifer Aniston and featuring top musicians like Jason Bonham (Steel Dragon drummer) Nick Catanese (Blood Pollution Guitarist) Zakk Wylde ( Steel Dragon Guitarist) Jeff Pilson (Steel Dragon bassist) and Brian Vander Ark (Blood Pollution bassist).
The story of a woman who is diagnosed with a terminal illness, loses her job, and is dumped by her boyfriend. She changes what’s left of her life by blowing her savings, maxing her credit and playing some mean guitar.
Starring Bridget Fonda and Matt Dillon, Featuring music by Pearl Jam, Sound Garden, Alice In Chains and Smashing Pumpkins. Singles has been rumoured to be the inspiration for the sitcom Friends.
Starring Tom Hanks, That Thing You Do is a movie about a small town band that makes the big time. Entertaining and gives a reminder of 60s type music.
Starring Jeff Bridges Although the story line is sentimental and often too predictable, Crazy Heart has some great country sounds and Jeff Bridges gives the performance of a lifetime.
Containing the classic line by Robin Williams “Do you know what music is? It’s the harmonic connection between all human beings” August Rush is a film about music and how it affects us all.
Starring Michael J Fox and Joan Jett, Light Of Day is a family movie, about a family. With Joan Jett providing not only the rock aspect but she also gives a great acting performance too. Also includes a decent cover of the Stevie Ray Vaughan classic Rude Mood. SEE ALSO: Stevie Ray Vaughan Impressive Facts You Didn’t Know
A story about a folk performer in 60s USA, if you’re into folk music and want to be reminded of an earlier time this one’s for you.
If you are not 100% convinced that there’s a place for the jazz guitarist, watch this film to be convinced. Howard Alden played all of the guitar solos and even coached Sean Penn on how to play guitar. Written and produced by Woody Allen there’s a lot of comedy to this movie as well as great guitar work.
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- Purple Rain. If you've never understood just how incredibly talented Prince is not only on guitar, but every instrument on his albums, then listen to the words of Eric Clapton, who referred to the Purple One as “someone who is a reincarnation of Little Richard, Jimi Hendrix, and James Brown in one.
- Crossroads. Crossroads was a total '80s phenomenon, as Ralph Macchio's enormous fame from The Karate Kid carried over into more underdog roles, like this story based on Robert Johnson's infamous deal with the devil.
- School of Rock. The rock opera we never knew we needed, classic rock aficionado and director Richard Linklater gave audiences another rock driven gem with School of Rock, utilizing Tenacious D veteran Jack Black for the role of Dewey Finn, a forlorn, wanna-be rock star who uses teaching as his conduit for shredding.
- This is Spinal Tap. Probably the greatest rock mockumentary ever made, This is Spinal Tap got it's greatest laughs in profiling Nigel Tufnel (Christopher Guest), the guitarist who made "it goes to eleven" one of the most recited lines ever from a comedy.
Mar 30, 2020 · The 12 best films for guitarists to stream right now. By Jonathan Horsley. last updated 30 March 2020. Netflix and trill? Enjoy ZZ Top, Clapton and the Stones from the safety of your living room. (Image credit: Apple)
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Best Guitar Movies Ever Made. Looking for a movie that will inspire you to pick up a guitar and start strumming? Look no further than this list of the best guitar movies ever made. From classic rock to classical music, these films showcase the power and beauty of the instrument in all its forms.
Mar 10, 2017 · Some are high-brow works of genius. Others are just barley watchable. And some … well, you can be the judge of that. Below are 10 great rock ‘n’ roll movies. Or at least the ones that put big, goofy smiles on our faces, intentionally or not. Note that this list does not include documentaries, musicals or concert films.
