Overview

Set in 1973, this Cameron Crowe heartwarmer is based on Crowe’s own experiences touring with rock bands and chronicles the funny and poignant coming-of-age of 15-year-old William (Patrick Fugit), an unabashed music fan who is inspired by the seminal bands of the time. When his love of music lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone to interview the up-and-coming band Stillwater—fronted by lead guitar Russell Hammond (Billy Crudup) and lead singer Jeff Bebe (Jason Lee)—William embarks on an eye-opening journey with the band's tour, despite the objections of his protective mother (Frances McDormand).