Content Warnings
Overall Severity: 🟡 65/100
Total warning time: 11m 45s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 50/100 (2m 32s)
- 🟡 50/100 [00:45:23 - 00:46:10] A woman is seen topless in a brief scene.
- 🟡 40/100 [01:12:45 - 01:14:30] Implied sexual activity, though nothing explicit is shown.
Drug Use: 🔴 80/100 (6m 33s)
- 🔴 70/100 [00:30:12 - 00:32:45] Characters are shown smoking marijuana.
- 🔴 90/100 [01:05:20 - 01:07:50] Characters use LSD, with some visual effects to imply the experience.
- 🟡 60/100 [01:45:00 - 01:46:30] Characters are seen drinking alcohol excessively.
Violence: 🟢 20/100 (45s)
- 🟢 20/100 [01:20:15 - 01:21:00] A brief verbal altercation between characters.
Strong Language: 🔴 70/100 (1m 55s)
- 🔴 80/100 [00:15:30 - 00:16:00] Use of the word 'f***' in dialogue.
- 🟡 60/100 [00:40:10 - 00:40:45] Several instances of 's***' and 'a**hole'.
- 🔴 70/100 [01:30:20 - 01:31:10] Multiple uses of strong language in a heated conversation.
Movie FAQ
Q: What is the plot of Almost Famous (2000)?
A: Almost Famous is a semi-autobiographical film written and directed by Cameron Crowe. It follows 15-year-old William Miller (Patrick Fugit), an aspiring rock journalist who gets the chance to tour with the up-and-coming band Stillwater and write a story for Rolling Stone magazine. Along the way, he navigates the complexities of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, friendships, and his own coming-of-age.
A: Almost Famous is a semi-autobiographical film written and directed by Cameron Crowe. It follows 15-year-old William Miller (Patrick Fugit), an aspiring rock journalist who gets the chance to tour with the up-and-coming band Stillwater and write a story for Rolling Stone magazine. Along the way, he navigates the complexities of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, friendships, and his own coming-of-age.
Q: Who plays the lead role in Almost Famous?
A: Patrick Fugit plays the lead role of William Miller, the young journalist who goes on tour with the band Stillwater. Billy Crudup stars as Russell Hammond, the charismatic guitarist of Stillwater, and Kate Hudson plays Penny Lane, a charismatic 'Band-Aid' who befriends William.
A: Patrick Fugit plays the lead role of William Miller, the young journalist who goes on tour with the band Stillwater. Billy Crudup stars as Russell Hammond, the charismatic guitarist of Stillwater, and Kate Hudson plays Penny Lane, a charismatic 'Band-Aid' who befriends William.
Q: Is Almost Famous based on a true story?
A: Yes, Almost Famous is loosely based on writer-director Cameron Crowe's own experiences as a teenage journalist for Rolling Stone magazine in the early 1970s. Many elements of the film, including the fictional band Stillwater, are inspired by Crowe's time covering bands like The Allman Brothers Band, Led Zeppelin, and The Eagles.
A: Yes, Almost Famous is loosely based on writer-director Cameron Crowe's own experiences as a teenage journalist for Rolling Stone magazine in the early 1970s. Many elements of the film, including the fictional band Stillwater, are inspired by Crowe's time covering bands like The Allman Brothers Band, Led Zeppelin, and The Eagles.
Q: What awards did Almost Famous win?
A: Almost Famous won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Cameron Crowe) and was nominated for three other Oscars, including Best Supporting Actress for Kate Hudson and Best Supporting Actress for Frances McDormand. It also won a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
A: Almost Famous won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Cameron Crowe) and was nominated for three other Oscars, including Best Supporting Actress for Kate Hudson and Best Supporting Actress for Frances McDormand. It also won a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
Q: Who plays William's overprotective mother in Almost Famous?
A: Frances McDormand plays Elaine Miller, William's strict but loving mother who is wary of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
A: Frances McDormand plays Elaine Miller, William's strict but loving mother who is wary of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
