Content Warnings
- 🟡 40/100 Brief discussion about groupies and sexual encounters.
- 🟡 60/100 Suggestive lyrics and movements during a performance.
- 🔴 70/100 Characters smoking marijuana.
- 🟡 60/100 References to drug use and partying.
- 🟢 20/100 Mock stage accident with no real harm.
- 🟡 40/100 Band members arguing, but no physical violence.
- 🟡 50/100 Use of the word 'ass'.
- 🔴 90/100 Multiple instances of 'fuck' and other profanities.
- 🔴 80/100 Additional strong language during an argument.
Details for This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
What is the premise of the movie 'This Is Spinal Tap'?
'This Is Spinal Tap' is a mockumentary that follows the fictional British rock band Spinal Tap on their U.S. tour. The film humorously depicts the band's struggles with fame, declining popularity, and various absurd mishaps on the road.
Who directed 'This Is Spinal Tap' and what is his role in the film?
Rob Reiner directed 'This Is Spinal Tap' and also stars in the film as Marty DiBergi, the fictional documentary filmmaker who follows Spinal Tap on their tour.
Who are the main actors portraying the members of Spinal Tap?
The main actors portraying Spinal Tap are Michael McKean as David St. Hubbins (lead vocals and guitar), Christopher Guest as Nigel Tufnel (lead guitar), and Harry Shearer as Derek Smalls (bass). Kimberly Stringer also appears as Jeanine Pettibone, David's girlfriend.
What is the significance of the amplifier that goes up to 11 in 'This Is Spinal Tap'?
The amplifier that goes up to 11 is one of the most famous gags in the film. It symbolizes the band's over-the-top approach to rock music, as Nigel Tufnel explains that their amps are louder because the dial goes one higher than the standard 10.
Is 'This Is Spinal Tap' based on a real band?
No, Spinal Tap is a fictional band created for the movie. However, the film's humor and situations are inspired by real-life rock bands and the excesses of the music industry, making it a spot-on parody of rock documentaries.
