Review of Over the Edge (1979) by Drew . — 02 Sep 2009
This cult classic is a nostalgic time-capsule for those who lived in that suburban bubble of an existence during the 1970's; a dog, two cars, sprawling backyard, pool, & with of course, the omni-present atmosphere of rebellious teenagers roaming the barren streets of sequestered communities tucked away in the smoldering dusty plains of the San Fernando Valley.
This nostalgia is what I value most about the movie over the plot, or story, or anything to do with the cinematic experience, because the insight into youth culture provided by this film is a revelation on many levels.
THE SOUNDTRACK IS GREAT. Cheap Trick's single, Surrender, never resonated so deeply with me, with such meaning and relevance, than when watching that scene with the lead character rocking out on his bed with his headphones while contemplating his future.
Although the film harks on drug abuse and rebellion, there's a lot of significant commentary on the social consequences of suburban life, which comes off as an isolated hell; or, a utopia where nothing ever happens.
Jus' love that basement party scene where Van Halen;s You really got me, is blaring in the background. "ooh, ahh, ohh, ahh, ahh, ohh, ahh, Giirrrl..ohh ahh aaa...you really got me now...oohh, ahh.
..lol.
This review of Over the Edge (1979) was written by Drew . on 02 Sep 2009.
Over the Edge has generally received positive reviews.
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