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The Runaways run to a theater near youRock 'n' roll's seminal girl group is coming to the big screen. The behind-the-music story of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll that was the Runaways is being turned into a new movie, titled Neon Angels. The lives of former members Joan Jett, Cherie Currie and the late Sandy West will be explored in the film. Joan also serves as an executive producer.
The band, which started as a marketing ploy, went on to become one of the founding mothers of female rock. Brought together by producer Kim Fowley, the Runaways' name was supposed to evoke "jailbait on the run." Its teenage members were fledgling musicians when the band was founded in 1975. Despite their teenage temptress marketing, band members forged their own sound and cemented their reputations as talented rockers in their own right.
As Joan told Daily Variety this week:
The band broke up in 1979 and members Joan and Lita Ford went on to successful solo careers. Sandy passed away from cancer in October 2006. It's interesting that the story makes no mention of former members like Lita and the other revolving cast of characters who came and went from the lineup. But, since I'm a sucker for tough girls with guitars, I'm pretty excited to see how this turns out. Now, the big question is who should play the young Runaways? Suggestions? Oh, the possibilities … Submitted by on April 18, 2007 - 6:25pm. |
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Deep Breath
sigh.....
mmmm girl rockers.....
Girls in bands,.. Hot....
However, the potential for this to be a bad movie is so great! I love the Runaways, Sandy in particular (mmm) So it'll be interesting to see how this movie comes out.
This aint a scene it's a god-damn ar.... Wait... is it just me or is that guy wearing more make up then my ex?
hell yeah
Joan Jett, Sandy West, Vicky Blue, etc...
I think it is great that Neon Angels will see the light of day (no pun intended). Now we know why Joan would not participate in Vicky's own documentary of the Runaways, "Edgeplay". Nice of her to withdraw support for a former bandmate, and then come out with her own production on the subject.
I have met 3 of the Runaways, Joan, Lita (what a conceited bitch), and Vicky. Joan was very cordial. Vicky was hanging out backstage at a Girlschool concert with then girlfriend, Kelly Johnson, lead guitarist of Girlschool. I found Vicky very open and patient with fans.
Re Sandy, it is sad. What a loss. For those who have seen Edgeplay, Sandy's interviews were quite heartbreaking. She had been through so much after the demise of the band that was her life. Sandy lost her life to a brain tumor, which followed lung cancer, this past October.
Edgeplay
I loved the movie, Edgeplay. So, has Joan ever stated why she would let them use Runaways music in Edgeplay and why she would not appear in the film? Did she have a problem with the film or was she just wanting to profit off of her own version?
Tell the Rock & Roll hall of Fame YOU want The Runaways!
Hello everyone!
As you know, The Runaways have played a large part in influencing artists and fans everywhere. These teenage girls in the 70's made a tremendous impact on Rock & Roll during the short span of their career and without a doubt helped pave the way for future girl bands. This influence is still felt today and continues to be a driving force that inspires both fans and artists alike.
Amazing artists like that should be honored right? I certainly think so, and nearly 1000 people and growing think so as well, by showing their support in signing The Runaways Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Petitions. So if you'd like sign and to join us in supporting The Runaways and also honoring the memory of their legendary drummer, Sandy West, here is how :
Visit : http://www.therunaways.com
or
http://www.therunaways.com/hof/
You can also visit my fan page as well at:
http://www.myspace.com/therunawaysrock
Thanks and I hope you'll stop by!
Until then, take care and keep rockin'! xox ~ Mia