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Anvil! The Story of Anvil is a american film of genre Documentary directed by Sacha Gervasi released in USA on 18 january 2008

Anvil! The Story of Anvil (2008)

Anvil! The Story of Anvil
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Released in USA 18 january 2008
Length 1h21
Directed by
OriginUSA
Genres Documentary,    Musical
Rating78% 3.946813.946813.946813.946813.94681

Anvil! The Story of Anvil is a 2008 rockumentary film about the Canadian heavy metal band Anvil. The film is directed by screenwriter Sacha Gervasi, in his directorial debut, and features interviews with other musicians who have been influenced by the band, including Slash, Tom Araya, Lemmy, Scott Ian, and Lars Ulrich.

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The film begins by listing the headlining acts of the Super Rock festival held in Japan in 1984: Scorpions, Whitesnake, and Bon Jovi, all of whom have gone on to sell millions of records, except one: Anvil. Despite their ambition, the Canadian band was unable to achieve the same level of success. Instead, singer and guitarist Steve "Lips" Kudlow drives trucks for Children's Choice Catering, delivering food to schools and institutions. Drummer Robb Reiner works in construction. But both would rather be playing on stage at the local sports bar to their small but dedicated group of fans, as shown during a show for Steve's 50th birthday party.

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