Tommy (1975)
ADULT CONCEPTS
| Director: | Ken Russell |
| Actors: | Jack Nicholson, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Ann-Margret, Oliver Reed, Roger Daltrey, John Entwistle, Robert Powell, Keith Moon, Paul Nicholas |
This classic rock opera is brought energetically to life by an outstanding cast including many stars of the rock music industry. Told through the remarkable music of The Who, this is the story of TOMMY, who, when just a boy of six, witnessed the murder of his father by his mother (Ann-Margaret) and her lover (Oliver Reed). They command him, "You didn't hear it, you didn't see it, and you won't say anything to anyone." As a result, the traumatized boy retreats into the shadows of his mind and becomes deaf, dumb and blind. Growing into manhood. Tommy (Roger Daltrey) is subjected to several bizarre cure attempts by The Acid Queen (Tina Turner), the Preacher (Eric Clapton), and the Specialist (Jack Nicholson). In spite of his handicap, Tommy defeats the Pinball Wizard (Elton John) and becomes the champ, attaining a devoted following. When he is finally cured, he is hailed by his fans as a "Messiah."
| Status: | Normal |
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| Run time: | 111mins |
| Origin: | UNITED KINGDOM |
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Member Reviews (9)
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Lynnieb
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Saw it in the 70's as a young teenager. Wanted to see if it was as awesome as back then. No it went lol. But a little nostalgia doesn't hurt.
Phil Griffin
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This is a weird film but the music is good and the overall story is worth a watch.
Michelle M.
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great music, worth a watch for sure. classic
Neville C.
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ok, the baked bean scene and pinball wizard are classic but Daltry's naked torso gets too much attention, the guy can't act (I'm Free is a joke) and after the mirror breaks the story fails miserably.
Chris T.
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Woo-hoo!! All the glitz and glamour that you'd expect from "the only" 70s rock opera.
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Patrick Laverty
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Great classic movie.