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Still Crazy | 
 enlarge | Director: Brian Gibson
Actors: Stephen Rea, Jimmy Nail, Timothy Spall, Billy Connolly, Juliette Aubrey
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Category: Movie
Buy New: $2.99
Rating:  83 reviews
Sales Rank: 9535
Genre: Comedy
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Video On Demand
Running Time: 96 Minutes
Theatrical Release Date: January 21, 1999
Release Date: October 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Synopsis:
STILL CRAZY is the critically acclaimed, Golden Globe® -nominated comedy which follows the hilarious exploits of a 70s rock phenomenon 'Strange Fruit' as they reunite 20 years after a nasty break-up and attempt to recapture their fame and fortune. With stand-out performances from Stephen Rea, Billy Connolly, Bill Nighy and Juliet Aubrey, the comically bittersweet film combines the raucous energy of The Full Monty with the broad humor of This Is Spinal Tap. Directed by Brian Gibson (What's Love Got To Do With It) and featuring the music of Mick Jones (Foreigner) and Chris Difford (Squeeze). |
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| Customer Reviews: Read 78 more reviews...
 "I didn't feel like it was happening tonight." December 3, 2008
Snow White (Orange County)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
In a similar spirit of the classic faux-rockumentary This is Spinal Tap, Still Crazy weaves a tale of has-been musicians attempting to give their rock band,'Strange Fruit' a last shot at fame.
Not only do they have to relearn their love of the music, but remember how to deal with each other and the same dramas they faced decades before. Besides that there is a whole mess of egos in a small bus, the egocentric lead singer who can't see that he's no longer a star, the heavily burdened keyboard player who's always been in love with the guitar player's girl, and the bass player who still can't forgive anyone for blowing his chance of being the lead singer.
I personally didn't know what to expect(it's hard to hold a candle to Spinal Tap) but Still Crazy maintains the perfect balance of adding humor to the situation while still treating each character with great respect. (And I must say, it's fantastic to see the 'girlfriend/groupie/band-aid' female character as an empowered woman, for just once.)
Joking aside, the music suits the film beautifully and can stand alone as well.
I ended up crying(only a few tears) during their big performance and actually found myself truly caring for these five guys, and hoping that they really could be rockstars once again.
Turning back the clock June 12, 2008
M. Sumner (Newfoundland, Canada)
For all those of us who have always wondered, what if I could go back and redo or finish something that I started so long ago, and would my life, or that of those around me be any better or worse, this film is for you. The cast are incredible, the story line is certainly fictional, but nonetheless appealing to all of us. The characters are rich and full, and any of us, could no doubt substitute for any one of them. The term "cult film", although somewhat negative in its conotations, may surely apply here, as it may not appeal to everyone, given that it is a definitive "British" film, but given a chance, the viewer will certainly enjoy the various goings on. Hilariously funny, and yet completely touching, I highly recommend this movie.
 Full Screen 1.85:1 June 2, 2008
D. Ward (Wilmington NC)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Aspect ratio says 1.85:1 so I foolishly figured it was Widescreen. It's not, it's Full Screen with the wrong aspect ratio listed. Amazon offered to fix it, but too much trouble for a $10 DVD. I guess I can't rely on aspect ratios anymore.
Still Crazy May 17, 2008
R. Lomas (San Antonio, TX)
I was very surprised to get the DVD as soon as I did. It came in earlier than expected. I wasn't sure what kind of condition the movie would be in. I was very happy when I played the DVD. I had my doubts. But now I have more confidence in purchasing movies from Amazon. I will be back for more! Thanks.
Never Too Old To Rock And Roll April 4, 2008
Stanley Runk (Camp North Pines)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Boy, I love this movie. What a good flick. It's hard to believe it's about ten years old now. It's about a 70s rock band that reunites 20 years later for a tour and a chance to make it big again. Unfortunately, the demons of the past haven't gone away. The problems and rivalries that led to the band's breakup are still there, but this is their second chance not only for their career but to right the wrongs as well.
Not only is this movie very funny, but it's quite touching as well. It's less about the rock and roll lifestyle and more about getting older. You end up really caring about these characters. You want to see them work out their grudges and you want to see them succeed. Everybody here does a fine job, but it's Bill Nighy that really steals the show. He plays the vocalist who never thought he was ever accepted by the band, and has turned in a life of sex and drinking for a wife, AA meeting, spirituality and Evian. He's a stuttering goofball that still seems to be stuck in rock star mode. Kinda like Ozzy Osbourne only intelligent and likable. This was before Nighy was very well known, so he's buried way down in the credits, but he comes across as more of the star of the film than Stephen Rea or Billy Connolly.
Sure the movie may not be for everyone. It does get a bit sappy and heavy on the emotion at the end, but it works. Very, very highly recommended.
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