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| Fan Forum's Finest   | SA5M Appreciation (Bandslam) 32: "... must settle for simply being the best American movie this summer." Welcome to the 'SA5M' Appreciation Thread  What is 'Bandslam'? Bandslam centers on a high school outcast and a popular girl who form an unlikely bond through their shared love of music. Assembling a like-minded crew of misfits, the friends form a rock group and perform in the battle of the bands competition at their school. Who is in 'Bandslam'? Vanessa Anne Hudgens - Sa5m Gaelan Connell - Will Burton Alyson Michalka - Charlotte Banks Scott Porter - Ben Will Johnson - Scott Donnelly Ryan Donowho - Basher Martin Lisa Kudrow - Karen Burton Release Dates Brazil – 31 July 2009 UK – 7 August 2009 Australia – 13 August 2009 Canada/USA – 14 August 2009 Thailand/Singapore/Argentina – 20 August 2009 Taiwan- 21 August 2009 Philippines - 26 August 2009 Netherlands – 27 August 2009 Italy - 25 September 2009 New Zealand – 8 October 2009 Estonia/Lithuania – 16 October 2009 Germany – 19 November 2009   Who is SA5M? The 5 is silent. Sa5m is 15 years old, dressed down in black jeans and t-shirt, with hair strategically hiding her face from the world, she is a loner, one of the school’s outsiders, constantly seen with a book in hand. Smart, with a sense of humor and a lot of disdain for her shallow peers, Sam is a former stutterer and now speaks slowly and deliberately. She teams up with Will on a class project, and the two quickly discover they have a lot in common. Their friendship eventually takes the shape of a burgeoning romance. Brought on board as the lead singer for the band Will is managing, Sa5m emerges from her cocoon, demonstrating grit and commitment to perfection… Additional Information Written and Directed by Todd Graff Full Cast & Crew Details are here. Official Movie site here Yahoo! Summer Movie Guide site here Roles l Production Charts Articles & News The Austin Chronicle: Screens: Film News 'Musical' star fills 'Will' bill Will - Walden Media Fans - WaldenFans.com Oak Hill Gazette Screen Daily - going to Cannes Cineplex - Can’t Stop the Music Ink Splot 26: Bandslam: Slammin' Summer Movie Reviews Bandslam Review - Read Variety's Analysis Of The Movie Bandslam Bandslam -- Film Review Bandslam film review - Radio Times Empire Reviews Central - Review of Bandslam Bandslam�Review by The Dove Foundation Bandslam - Cinema, Movie, Film Reviews - Review by Mike Sheridan | Entertainment.ie Ireland Parent Previews: Bandslam Family Movie Review Urban Cinefile BANDSLAM Review of Bandslam | TotalFilm.com TWIST reviews the upcoming movie Bandslam! - Twist Magazine Film review: Bandslam - Scotsman.com News GRANDSLAM - mirror.co.uk http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/09/movies/09ande.html Movies - At The Movies - Bandslam - Digital Spy Bandslam (Todd Graff) Bandslam (PG) | High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens | Entertainment|Film | News Of The World Bandslam - The Miami Herald Boxoffice > The Business of Movies > Movie Reviews > Bandslam 'Bandslam' Movie Review | Hollywood.com Screenclick News :: Movie Review - Bandslam Official BFCA Critics' Choice Film  Official Full-Length Trailer Official Movie Poster  Extre5me Supporters List the numbers are silent, because we're that cool Fearle7ssღ Less Than6 Perfect cha4y Rach2ael_Sue tyu8bi k3at03 twi1nkley_angel viviz9anessafan Taylo5riffic plucked5fromoblivion bokayj4unkie SomeHe3arts ot2hfan628 dol1cevita3 lena6da2002 kat5_ dani4ela_20 nyych3ick2 xlenn7ie ri9ia protectthe7cats ya4girlbee925 Lizz2ie♥Z&V m3eg25 S1O.UNCOOL butterflygood7bye sa5pphiress bestw3riter101 HSMloveO4TH Mis9s Fate Z+2V Fan *~So5phia~* Qu4eenBee ang2ie<3 eve4lyim123 j_acidbu8rn St4efani Lawrah7h Emma_Mil9ls zanessa5troygabriellalover ss2onfire S1LK89 Ch8anti missb3cks za8nessafan<3 catch0621 misskrist7en liv_91 mell4iee SunnyHunny123456789 kik9kokalabud justletm7ebreathe LiL8KC Where8verYouAre_ So1phia0310 he4at. live-9in-love eMG3e **Te1ss** rambee3zy Relea5se_Me hollywo8od1985 ka8tiestone On Set Pictures of 'Bandslam'      Movie Stills            Promotional Interviews: Promotionals     Possible titles Because we're not the only ones who know the films' good. Because Variety says it's, "an awkward, earnest, almost irresistible indie" Because THR says, "This savvy, music-fueled high school comedy really rocks." Because NY Times says, "Bandslam buoyant, gratifying and, yes, rocking." Because EW says there's a "strong filmmaking backbeat to carry the movie's light tune." "It is a sophisticated and engaging teen film that deserves to be a success." "There's a layer of realism and smart humour here you probably wouldn't expect" "Bandslam is an intelligent teen film that avoids teen film cliches." "Consistently exceeds current teen-flick standards" "Surprising thing happens on the way to hating Bandslam. You kind of can’t" "What's most surprising is how endearing it all is - it's just so dang likeable" "Feelgood is the word & one of the best teen movies Hollywood's made in years." "Simulatneously shiny & retro, caliberated & uncalculated, familiar & unpredictable" "The late John Hughes would have liked Bandslam." "Why don't you stupid kids love Bandslam?" "Vanessa Hudgens is charm wrapped in quirky fashion as the undiscovered singer Sa5m." ".. it actually has the gall to be smart and funny at the same time" "The surprise of the summer, and one of the year's overlooked gems." "Better than probably 90% of most of the junk that is routinely foisted on the teen audience." "unexpectedly sophisticated and astute drama as much as a rousing musical celebration." "Vanessa more than manages to escape the heels of Gabriella & create a much more rounded character." "Hudgens is incredible in this weird, outsider role." "Within about 5 minutes, one of the most touching 100 minutes of cinema this year unfolds." "A movie with Vanessa Hudgens has just become one of my favourite movies this year." "A terrific teen musical is not an oxymoron," we agree with 'The New Yorker'. "Vanessa Hudgens is an excellent actress, nay, I will go so far as to say a MOVIE STAR" "Vanessa Hudgens can dominate a scene seemingly effortlessly" Previous Threads #1:Twizzlers. Food of the Gods. #2: Idiots. Morons. #3: One of our own is gonna be one of those idiots & morons! #4: We.want.Liam!!! #5:Because the 5 is still there. It's silent and awesome. #6: Because we all want to be cool and emo like Sa5m #7: We're going to Cannes! #8: If we knew about the screening we so would've been there! #9: 3 more months than before?! The agony!! #10: b/c we are plotting ways to make Bandslam come faster #11: Is it time for promotion? How bout now? Anything? #12: ZOMGZOMGZOMGZOMGZOMG. TEASER TRAILER! *DIES* #13: Because we.want.to.hear.more.Sa5m. #14: Because we want to be sandwiched between two hot guys too! #15: Because we all just fell in love with Gaelan a little more #16: "You never know what will rock your world" #17:"It's not really a privacy issue." #18: Bandslam is "Texas high school football big!" 19: we would give everything we own for more promo asap #20: because we can't wait to hear rocker!chic!V!!! #21: Because we would give everything we own for the rest of the soundtrack #22: Because V && Aly are "fantastic" && Gaelan is the "anchor of the film." #23: because we knew klutz!V was the cause of Sa5m's fall #24: Because if you think the "movie will be completely dreadful, you'll be proven wrong." #25: "Really, honestly - one of the best summer movies out there.." #26: "Bandslam proves she has the acting chops to survive in a post-HSM world" #27: Because HOLY &%^* after over a year -- it's finally PREMIERE TIME! WHOOO! #28: ".. is surprisingly sophisticated & thoroughly entertaining. It's the surprise of the summer!" #29: "She becomes the center of our interest and remains at the emotional core of the film throughout" #30: Because Ang Lee, Peter Jackson, Quentin Tarantino films? Pssh, the Critics' Choice was Bandslam! __________________ Last edited by Less Than Perfect; 09-08-2009 at 12:51 AM. | |||
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| Elite Fan   Joined: Apr 2007
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|  for Dani mentioning it && for you adding the possible titles, smartical. Thanks Holds  &&  that New York Press review   __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | There's a bunch more possible titles we could add.  I love how most reviews have something awesome to say about V.  __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| I could find em all && post em, I'm that bored/lazy/have no intention of going out tonight at the moment Yup  it really was a smart move on her part. I applaud her for it  __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Dedicated Fan  Joined: Apr 2009
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| ahh i love the title  thanks for the OP __________________ With her very successful resume, Vanessa Hudgens will definetely go far. Her road to fame may have been bumpy at times, but in the long run, Vanessa is a Disney legend. Without her talent, thousands of fans across the world would not be able to feel the joy and dedication to her music and movies. Aina. | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | How convenient for us then Bee. I'm considering going to go see Bandslam again this week. __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| It is isn't it? Plus I get the satisfaction of re-reading reviews && getting all about the praise she && film received. I'm gonna watch it again this weekend, since it's gonna be gone next week for sure  __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | Really sucks that it's not out for longer.  __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| It didn't even hit one month  But it's understandable, end of the summer, a lot of films are being released, && if something's not making money, vendors will drop it soon as their contracts are up. It sucks, the film deserves to be seen. At the least, they have the comfort in knowing they did their jobs && delivered a great film. __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | I'm so glad that it at least impressed all the critics! __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| That was a sure surprise, very pleasant surprise I was hoping for decent reviews, but overall positive reviews, && from top critics at that? That's impressive. I was floored with the Variety && THR reviews those had me ecstatic. && then all the movie buff sites, other top critics, newspapers, etc. __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | I don't think anyone expected it to be so well recieved by the critics. __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| I think even other critics && movie sites were expecting it even less But it really is a great teen film. One of the best that's been put out in years for sure, teen films like this rarely exist now-a-days, I think that's why critics liked it so much. __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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| Fan Forum's Finest | Exactly. It's especially awesome that they were so impressed when they had such low expectations. So glad V chose this movie. __________________ | |||
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| Elite Fan Joined: Apr 2007
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| I figured it'd be good simply because of Todd, but I'm glad that everyone else saw/felt it too it's really just a great feel-good movie. Frankly, I'm glad she nailed her audition I give her props for auditioning on Todd's request && didn't just go the way of the studio wanting to cast her, she proved herself __________________ " Vanessa Hudgens . . she's gorgeous, super talented&& the coolest chick you would ever want to meet. " ~ Neil Patrick Harris | |||
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