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Rock 'n' Roll High School

This musical comedy cult classic follows Vince Lombardi High School's fervent love of rock 'n' roll -- particularly The Ramones -- and the students' quest to party. After a few principals have gone nuts and quit, the latest one tries to end the fun.
Netflix Rating: 3.8
Top Rotten Tomatoes Critics

It's more cleverly cut than shot -- which means that it moves quickly and energetically even as the concepts and characters disintegrate. full review

Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader

The pity is that with a bit more care and flair, it could have been a really sweet little movie. full review

John Rockwell, New York Times
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  • Release Year: 1979
  • MPAA Rating: PG
  • Runtime: 84 min
  • Available From: Jan 02, 2013
  • Available Until: Dec 31, 2099
  • Remaining: 31637 days left
  • Queued by: 233 people
Directed By
Allan Arkush
Cast
P.J. Soles, Vincent Van Patten, Clint Howard, Dey Young, Mary Woronov, Paul Bartel, Dick Miller, Don Steele, Loren Lester, Alix Elias, Ramones
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