Big in Japan (2014)

In the exhilarating rock and roll road movie, Big in Japan, a Seattle band on the brink of obscurity, Tennis Pro, makes a bold and desperate bid to keep their musical dreams alive. With the fear of their day jobs morphing into full-time careers looming over them, they decide to embark on a whimsical and comedic journey to the vibrant city of Tokyo. Under the astute direction of John Jeffcoat (Outsourced), the narrative is woven with a captivating blend of guerrilla production flair and an intriguing international storyline. Big in Japan is loosely based on true events, offering a genuine depiction of the band's audacious voyage. This film is where the raw energy of rock music and the magic of cinema intersect, setting the stage against the backdrop of two contrasting cultures. As Tennis Pro navigates through Tokyo's bustling music scene in a last-ditch attempt to make it big, they unearth simple, yet often humorous, universal truths about life, music, and the pursuit of dreams. Big in Japan is an entertaining and dynamic story that perfectly captures the spirit of a struggling band's aspiration and resilience. It's a testament to the lengths one might go to avoid fading into the mundane and instead, chase the electrifying allure of stardom.

Big in Japan is a comedy movie featuring Sean Lowry.

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