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Anvil! The Story of Anvil (2008)

"At fourteen, they made a pact to rock together forever. They meant it."

7.6 ★20081h 21mEN
DocumentaryMusic

Directed by Sacha Gervasi

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 21m

Language

EN

Release

January 14, 2008

Director

Sacha Gervasi

Official Trailer

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Overview

At 14, best friends Robb Reiner and Lips made a pact to rock together forever. Their band, Anvil, hailed as the "demi-gods of Canadian metal" influenced a musical generation that includes Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax. Following a calamitous European tour, Lips and Robb, now in their fifties, set o...

Cast

Steve 'Lips' Kudlow

Steve 'Lips' Kudlow

Self - Lead Guitar

Robb Reiner

Robb Reiner

Self - Drummer

Kevin Goocher

Kevin Goocher

Self

Glenn Gyorffy

Glenn Gyorffy

Self

William Howell

William Howell

Self

Tiziana Arrigoni

Tiziana Arrigoni

Self - Manager

Slash

Slash

Self

Lemmy Kilmister

Lemmy Kilmister

Self

Scott Ian

Scott Ian

Self

Lars Ulrich

Lars Ulrich

Self

Tom Araya

Tom Araya

Self

Jon Zazula

Jon Zazula

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Anvil! The Story of Anvil (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

At 14, best friends Robb Reiner and Lips made a pact to rock together forever. Their band, Anvil, hailed as the "demi-gods of Canadian metal" influenced a musical generation that includes Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax. Following a calamitous European tour, Lips and Robb, now in their fifties, set off to record their 13th album in one last attempt to fulfill their boyhood dreams.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Anvil! The Story of Anvil. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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