Review of CBGB (2013) by Autumn H — 20 Jan 2014

I learned about A piece of music history that I was unfamiliar with.

This review of CBGB (2013) was written by Autumn H on 20 Jan 2014.

CBGB has generally received mixed reviews.

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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 Ray D (227) on 10 Dec 2015

Ok, why am I pretty much the only one giving this movie 4 stars? Well because it deserves it…

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By Phyllis G (34) on 02 Oct 2014

Idk why the critics didnt like it cuz we LOVED it…

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By Ed L (98) 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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By Samantha S (1,257) on 01 Jan 2015

CBGB had significantly more potential than it delivered…

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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 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 Jimmy P (340) on 21 Mar 2015

Love this movie, anybody that likes puck needs to see it…

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By Miguel G (277) on 09 Mar 2018

The late alan rickman is perfect for the role of Hilly krystal. a delightful return to the filth and fury of punkdom…

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By Kimberly K (176) on 14 Mar 2016

Very interesting, funny, full of great music and performances…

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