The Day the Music Died (2010) User Reviews

No justice done

[Horst_In_Translation · 4/10 · 16 February 2016]

"The Day the Music Died" is not only a very boastful title regardless of how talented Buddy Holly may have been, but it is also the title of this 25-minute live action short film written and directed by Bruno Miotto back 6 years ago. I personally was not too impressed watching this. Music and makeup were okay, but in terms of the story, this was not a convincing watch I have to say. This is quite a shame as the actor who played Buddy Holly wasn't too bad, but the ridiculous love story depicted was and also the tragic ending seemed just included for the sake of it and went for no longer than maybe a minute, so this minute is what the title describes? I am not convinced. I am not even a great Buddy Holly fan, but I do believe that he deserves better. Not worth watching. Thumbs down and I guess there is a reason why Miotto has not enjoyed a great breakthrough as filmmaker. Judging from his work here, he probably does not have enough talent, at least not in terms of writing.

Moving

[chillivenus · 9/10 · 5 January 2011]

I was not well acquainted with the tale of Buddy Holly until now though I have always had an appreciation for his music. Even though this story is more an interpretation of his life and struggles, I learned a lot about Holly's ethos. They portrayed a dreamer with a real naiveté who didn't approach his path with the vigilance I can assume the real Buddy Holly did. I found it interesting because it wasn't expected.

I was delighted at how well lensed this film was too and I really enjoyed the cast's performances. Guy Kent was just wonderfully moving. And that music was a treat! It was modern but managed to stay familiar and helped bridge the time between the 50's and the present day of the story.

I'm very intrigued to see what is next for the director and cast!

Simply wonderful!

Very Interesting

[armiened · 10/10 · 30 January 2011]

A very interesting concept that I enjoyed very very much.

I personally never thought of what it would be like if we took an icon from a different era and brought them to modern times, or even an interpretation of one like in this movie.

The world has changed so much and so have the people. Taking an icon like Buddy Holly and taking a version of what he was to the world, I loved it! The dilution of entertainment nowadays makes his journey all the more interesting in my eyes. I very much so enjoyed this! I've been a fan of Buddy Holly's music for many, many years and it was nice to hear an interpretation of his music with new original music that was spawned by the icon's sound. Paige Segal was just absolutely adorable as Peggy Sue. She was heartbreaking. (She even has the same initials as her character!) Guy Kent as Mr. Holly himself carried the film on his shoulders. He reminds me of a young Carey Grant.

All in all, I really did love it.

Excellent

[LanejayJay · 10/10 · 28 February 2012]

"Just excellent, excellent, excellent. This was a case of wonderful direction by this young director and I know there's a burning-bright star in Guy Kent's future. Stellar performance. Bravissimo.

The storyline itself was interesting and innovative and I enjoyed seeing Buddy in a whole new light. I should also mention that the rest of the cast was very dependable and an interesting bunch of characters that gave a good backdrop to the more serious Holly. I hope others get to see this, and I look forward to seeing what's next for this bunch.

And lastly, it's good to see an old-fashioned Hollywood story shot IN Hollywood."