The Runaways (2010)

R03/19/2010Music, Drama, History1h 46m
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It's 1975 and they're about to explode.

Overview

Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two rebellious teenagers from Southern California, become the frontwomen for The Runaways -- the now-legendary group that paved the way for future generations of female rockers. Under the Svengali-like influence of impresario Kim Fowley, the band becomes a huge success.

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    Kristen Stewart

    Joan Jett

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    Dakota Fanning

    Cherie Currie

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    Michael Shannon

    Kim Fowley

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    Stella Maeve

    Sandy West

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    Scout Taylor-Compton

    Lita Ford

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    Alia Shawkat

    Robin

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    Riley Keough

    Marie Currie

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    Johnny Lewis

    Scottie

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    Tatum O'Neal

    Marie Harmon

Back in the 70's, The Runaways was one of the first all-girl rock bands, initiated by then 16-year-old Joan Jett, who later went on to gain world fame with her band The Blackhearts. Now, I might be somewhat biased on this particular subject, because I am a huge fan of 70's (punk)rock, and especially female rock artists, but I am also a very critical film reviewer. The Runaways therefore, leaves me feeling in limbo. I love musical biopics as much as I love the music itself, and since The Runaways falls exactly into my favourite genre of music, I thought this film would be nothing other than ...