Great Balls of Fire!

1989 · 108 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.3 (289 votes)

Dir. Jim McBride · Starring Dennis Quaid, Winona Ryder, John Doe, Stephen Tobolowsky, Alec Baldwin, Lisa Blount

“The true story of a legend.”

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The story of Jerry Lee Lewis, arguably the greatest and certainly one of the wildest musicians of the 1950s. His arrogance, remarkable talent, and unconventional lifestyle often brought him into conflict with others in the industry, and even earned him the scorn and condemnation of the public.

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A wild, sweaty, and controversial ride through the early days of rock 'n' roll. This film captures the explosive energy of a musical icon pushing boundaries, set against a backdrop of societal judgment. It's a thrilling, if scandalous, look at raw talent and its consequences.

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