The Story of Anvil is a funny, eccentric and passionate documentary. Anvil were once a successful metal-rock band who had brief success only to dramatically recede into obscurity. The Story of Anvil is the attempt of the two band members and childhood friends(Robb and Lips)to return to the spotlight.
If 'This is Spinal Tap' was a mockumentary Anvil is its key material source. It is very easy to become engrossed in the escapades of Anvil as they travel across Europe. Lips appears to be the overtly eccentric individual who drives the film along with his sheer passion and will to succeed. Although Robb is rather sombre in comparison it makes a very good combination. As the film progresses you laugh at them but at the same time with them as it is clear that Anvil is their life.
There are some really funny moments, which are so Spinalesque it is difficult to come to terms that this is real-life. The best bit for me was the tour organiser trying to spell a word over the phone - hilarious. Of course the film does not make this a plain comedy affair. Indeed the background to the formation of the band, their nostalgic memories and their family life is well featured and brings the endearment we need.
The Story of Anvil is funny, poignant and well-meaning. Essentially, and what I find most pertinent is the the wonderful bond between these two men through all their lows to remain together living their dream.
If 'This is Spinal Tap' was a mockumentary Anvil is its key material source. It is very easy to become engrossed in the escapades of Anvil as they travel across Europe. Lips appears to be the overtly eccentric individual who drives the film along with his sheer passion and will to succeed. Although Robb is rather sombre in comparison it makes a very good combination. As the film progresses you laugh at them but at the same time with them as it is clear that Anvil is their life.
There are some really funny moments, which are so Spinalesque it is difficult to come to terms that this is real-life. The best bit for me was the tour organiser trying to spell a word over the phone - hilarious. Of course the film does not make this a plain comedy affair. Indeed the background to the formation of the band, their nostalgic memories and their family life is well featured and brings the endearment we need.
The Story of Anvil is funny, poignant and well-meaning. Essentially, and what I find most pertinent is the the wonderful bond between these two men through all their lows to remain together living their dream.