Love this movie! First saw it on late night TV back in the 80's and always enjoyed the way the story was told -- especially fell in love with Leslie King (the drummer!). Mark Wheeler was especially great and believable as the popular big shot. A bit cliché' driven, although I dug the fact that there were some twists. The writing was particularly good and a couple of the songs actually have some good hooks. Kudos to the acting and writing as it related to George's cynical parents, too. I found it cheesy, however, that all five members hit it off and gelled musically on the first practice. Having been in many bands myself, this NEVER happens! People come and go, have differences musically, and it can take a while to "find your sound." I thought that the casting of Julio as the bass player was unrealistic; given his prior gang member background, in reality, a nerd-filled pop band calling themselves "Cotton Candy" probably wouldn't be his cup of tequila. Great flick though! I'm waiting for the DVD!
Review of Cotton Candy
