An Ohio teen moves to L.A. to find fame as a rock musician and to find a drummer.
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David Packer | ... | Joey Curtis |
| Steven Eckholdt | ... | Shaun | |
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Larry Cox | ... | Rudy |
| Tom Shell | ... | Carl | |
| Brie Howard | ... | Thunder | |
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Richard Manheim | ... | Mike Tataglia (as Ric Manheim) |
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Brenda Lilly | ... | Receptionist |
| Kenneth Tigar | ... | Stan Shank | |
| John Carter | ... | Richard Curtis | |
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Keith Mills | ... | Mr. Dickstein |
| Susan Strasberg | ... | Carol Curtis | |
| Susan Ursitti | ... | Marsha | |
| Juliette Lewis | ... | Amy Curtis | |
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Ric Mancini | ... | Mr. Tataglia |
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Janaki | ... | Jesse |
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An Ohio teen moves to L.A. to find fame as a rock musician and to find a drummer.
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Ohio was never like this. And neither was Joey.Parents Guide:
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8 September 1989 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Una vita in fuga See more »Company Credits
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Joey Curtis: I can't believe we're having this conversation!
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Thunder: When are you gonna stop saying, "I can't." Can't's for old people.Joey Curtis: I can't believe we're having this conversation!
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One of the best 80's punk movies out there. It's about a guy that works in his father's office and decides to break free of that life for a life of partying, clubs, and a punk rock lifestyle. It's full of laughs, good music, and life lessons. I didn't have many expectations before watching this movie, but I was pleasantly surprised. If you can find it then watch it! Even if you just like fun, 80's, teen angst kind of movies, this one is for you. Great music (TSOL makes an appearance) and the acting wasn't half bad. I recommend this movie to anyone who has ever felt like "breaking free" of their normal routine and figuring out what living it up is all about.