Can't Stop the Music

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  • PG
  • 1980
  • 2 hr 4 min
  • 4.2  (4,453)

Can't Stop the Music is a 1980 American musical film directed by Nancy Walker. The film stars Ray Simpson, David Hodo, Felipe Rose, Valerie Perrine, and Steve Guttenberg. Additionally, the Village People, who were the major inspiration for the film, appeared as themselves. The movie was produced by Allan Carr and Jacques Morali, and was released by Associated Film Distribution (AFD), which was Robert Stigwood's company.

The movie is about the rise to fame of the Village People, a New York City-based disco group. The movie follows the group members as they prepare for a musical contest, in the hope of winning a recording contract. Ray Simpson plays the role of lead singer Victor, while David Hodo plays the part of builder and singer David, and Felipe Rose portrays the role of Native American singer Felipe.

The movie begins with the formation of the group, and the first performance of their hit song "Macho Man" at a gay bar. The performance was a success and they were offered a record deal. The film then shows the creation of their hit song "YMCA," with the various characters of the Village People each having a specific part in the song.

Throughout the movie, there are numerous musical performances by the Village People set in different locations, such as a construction site, a gym, a dance studio, and a club. The group's music is prominently feature and the film has many dance sequences that showcase their unique style.

The plot of the movie also includes a love story between Steve Guttenberg's character Jack, a struggling composer, and Valerie Perrine's character Samantha, a former model who owns a failing record label. Jack works as a bartender at a club where the Village People perform, and he falls in love with Samantha after rescuing her from a potential attacker. Together, with the help of the Village People, Jack and Samantha work to create a hit song that will save her record label from bankruptcy.

The film also features a number of cameos, including Bruce Jenner (now Caitlyn Jenner), who plays a lawyer representing the group; June Havoc, who plays Jack's landlady; and Tammy Grimes, who plays Samantha's evil sister.

Can't Stop the Music was a critical and commercial failure upon its release. The film was nominated for the first-ever Razzie Award for Worst Picture, and it won the Razzie for Worst Screenplay. However, the film has since achieved cult status and is often regarded as a comedic nod to the disco era.

The movie is notable for its innovative use of technology, as scenes were filmed using a new process called "Showscan." This technology allowed for smoother camera movements and higher frame rates, resulting in a more realistic and immersive viewing experience. The result was a film that was visually stunning, despite its less-than-stellar script.

In conclusion, Can't Stop the Music is a fun, light-hearted musical that captures the spirit of the disco era. Although it was not a hit upon its release, it has since become a cult classic and is still remembered for its catchy soundtrack and iconic dance moves.

Can't Stop the Music is a 1980 comedy with a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.2.

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  • Release Date
    1980
  • MPAA Rating
    PG
  • Runtime
    2 hr 4 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    4.2  (4,453)
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