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2000 · 124 min · R

Almost Famous

Directed by Cameron Crowe · Drama, Music

Almost Famous (2000) is a Drama film, directed by Cameron Crowe set in San Diego, San Francisco, and New York City during the 1960s–1970s. It runs 124 minutes and is rated R.

A road trip, with a nostalgic and whimsical tone. Themes of coming of age, love & longing, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Nancy Wilson
Cinematography
John Toll
Cast
Billy CrudupFrances McDormandKate HudsonJason LeePatrick FugitZooey DeschanelMichael AngaranoAnna Paquin

The world of this film

Setting

Where
San DiegoSan FranciscoNew York City
Setting
Urban
When
1960s1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Road Trip
Themes
Coming Of AgeLove & LongingFamily & Loyalty
Tone
NostalgicWhimsicalHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadEnsemble
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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