Review of CBGB (2013) by Will V — 19 Sep 2013

It would of only got a 1 star rating, without Alan Rickman.

This review of CBGB (2013) was written by Will V on 19 Sep 2013.

CBGB has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jeff B (2,998) on 17 Dec 2015

Dumbed down history of Punk Rock. Nothing really works here but you can see a cavalcade of young punk band lookalikes…

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By Graham G (107) on 21 Oct 2016

So much potential with the rich history to draw from, it's a pity it was flat and lifeless, very disappointing…

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By Kimberly K (176) on 14 Mar 2016

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By Rik H (10) on 01 Jul 2014

Great movie. Made me wish I'd been there…

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By John M (4,356) on 04 Oct 2015

Don't listen to the naysayers. This movie is great…

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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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By Forrest Cardamenis (19) for The Film Stage (3,162) on 21 Jun 2016

With nonexistent character depth, abysmal storytelling, and an aesthetic gimmick that hurts the film far more than it helps, all CBGB only…

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By Cris A (89) on 21 Aug 2014

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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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