MONTHLY MOVIES ON THE BIG SCREEN FROM THE YEAR 2000
Presenting Sponsor: SKS Legal
Starring: Kate Hudson & Billy Crudup
Rated R for language, drug content, and brief nudity
Run Time: 2h 2m | Tickets: $3
Popcorn, snacks, beer, wine, cider, and more available!
Almost Famous is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age story that follows 15-year-old aspiring rock journalist William Miller, who is hired by Rolling Stone magazine to tour with the rising, fictional rock band Stillwater in the early 1970s. Leaving his overprotective but loving mother behind, William plunges into the chaotic world of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, attempting to get an honest interview while navigating the egos of the band members, particularly the enigmatic lead guitarist, Russell Hammond, and developing an unrequited crush on the captivating, free-spirited "Band-Aid," Penny Lane. As William witnesses the highs and lows of fame and the genuine humanity behind his idols, he must find his voice as a writer and decide whether to report the truth or protect the new friends he has come to admire.