Anvil! The Story of Anvil
Reviewed in December 2009
Top Ten List: #4 of 2009 (U.S. releases)
Top Ten List: #3 of 2009 (world premieres)
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Director: Sacha Gervasi. Documentary about the Canadian heavy-metal band Anvil, still trying to achieve global stardom more than 30 years into their careers. Interview subjects include band members Steve "Lips" Kudlow, Robb Reiner, and Glenn Gyorffy, plus Tiziana Arrigoni, Chris Tsangarides, Lars Ulrich, and Slash.


Photo © 2009 Abramorama/VH1 Classic Films
Not yet reviewed in full. Grade: A–


Awards:
Independent Spirit Awards: Best Documentary Feature
Chicago Film Festival (2008): Best Documentary Feature

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