Review of CBGB (2013) by Lanky Man P — 08 Feb 2016

Really disappointing considering what the film is about.

This review of CBGB (2013) was written by Lanky Man P on 08 Feb 2016.

CBGB has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jeff D (723) on 10 Jun 2014

Excellent movie bout the start of the punk scene…

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By Darcy M (17) on 02 Dec 2015

I don't understand the negative critical response to this. From my perspective this seemed really genuine and interesting…

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By Rick L (452) on 16 Oct 2014

Wanted to like it more--hard to buy some of the performances including Alan Rickman as Hilly--still, it's harmless, stupid homage-y fun…

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By Angelo Dean B (147) on 27 Apr 2017

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By Lowbrowcinema (138) on 15 May 2014

Oh my gosh! Just dreadful. CBGB is so bad it doesn't even deserve an OMG…

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By Nicky M (262) on 08 May 2014

Extremely authentic. its like stepping into a time machine. Punk fans will love it…

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It's fun, affectionate and certainly tuneful, but it doesn't get under anyone's skin…

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By Cris A (89) on 21 Aug 2014

While the film itself was disappointing, it was a neat snapshot of the underground rock/punk music scene in New York that gave a home to the…

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From the viewpoint of sheer nostalgia, CBGB is fun to watch…

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By Richard M (1,299) on 23 May 2014

Great story about the bar that launched 1000 bands…

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