The Rocker

THE ROCKER (2008) - Dec. 17, 2010
Well, I was tired and looking for a movie that I wouldn't have to think about too much, and this fit the bill perfectly.  About an aging drummer who is still having a tough time getting over being kicked out of a band (who went on to be superstars) twenty years earlier, and who then has a second chance at being a rock star.  Featuring a fun, earnest performance from Rainn Wilson (between this and Super, it's definitely clear that the man can do more than just Dwight) and a whole bunch of funny supporting roles (including people like Jason Sudekis and Jeff Garlin), I'm a bit baffled as to why this flopped so hard.  I mean, there's absolutely nothing here that feels particularly fresh (you know where the film is going every step of the way) but it was an enjoyable enough way to spend 100 minutes.  ***