STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

Classic

Excellent

Good

Fair

Tragic

FILM DETAILS

Certificate 15

Cast Michael McKean Harry Shearer R J Parnell Rob Reiner

Directors Rob Reiner

Screenwriters Michael McKean Christopher Guest Harry Shearer Rob Reiner

Running Time 82 minutes

This Is Spinal Tap (15)

Plot
The world’s lousiest heavy metal band go on tour, the onstage performances - including such classics as Sex Farm and Big Bottom - and off-stage antics documented by Scorsese-esque filmmaker Marty DiBergi.

Verdict
This is as fresh, funny and insightful as ever.


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