This Is Spinal Tap
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This Is Spinal Tap

In 1982 legendary British heavy metal band Spinal Tap attempt an American comeback tour accompanied by a fan who is also a film-maker. The resulting d...ocumentary, interspersed with powerful performances of Tap's pivotal music and profound lyrics, candidly follows a rock group heading towards crisis, culminating in the infamous affair of the eighteen-inch-high Stonehenge stage prop. Show More

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Summary:
Follow the legendary British heavy metal band Spinal Tap as they embark on a comeback tour in America in 1982. This mockumentary-style film provides an intimate and candid look into the band's journey, capturing their powerful performances and insightful lyrics along the way. As the band faces numerous challenges and setbacks, tensions rise within the group, leading to a crisis that threatens to tear them apart. Watch as the documentary film-maker, who is also a devoted fan of Spinal Tap, captures every moment of their tumultuous tour, providing an unprecedented behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of rock and roll.

This Is Spinal Tap showcases the band's struggles, successes, and ultimate downfall, with the narrative culminating in the infamous incident involving a poorly executed stage prop of Stonehenge. With its blend of humor, satire, and brilliant music, the film offers a unique and entertaining perspective on the rock music industry and the larger-than-life personas that inhabit it.

This iconic film, directed by Rob Reiner, has become a cult classic for its spot-on parody of the rockumentary genre and its hilarious portrayal of the fictional band Spinal Tap. Don't miss this laugh-out-loud film that has influenced countless comedies and continues to entertain audiences with its timeless humor and memorable performances.

Also Known As:

This Is Spinal Tap

Release Date:

02 Mar 1984

Writers:

Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner

Awards:

2 wins & 2 nominations.