Mr. Music (1998 TV Movie) User Reviews

A young Alfred E. Neumann in a one man show

[stefan-144 · 5/10 · 11 January 2003]

I happened upon this one, while zapping TV channels. The face of Jonathan Tucker made me stay there. He looks like a young Alfred E. Neumann, the mascot of MAD magazine. He even acts and behaves in a way, which is consistent with what one would expect from the MAD figure. You know: "What, me worry?"

Tucker plays the lead in the movie, as a high school kid allowed to be a music industry exec for a while. The usual stuff happens, you can guess the whole plot without me giving another clue. Just one decent idea in it, really - to put a teenager in charge. That is revolutionary, if pulled through to any extent, so of course it doesn't happen here.

No, the only sparkle in the movie is Tucker, who has the ability to be so darn jolly, and still express a personality, lots of charm, and some real acting potential. It's no surprise to me, checking the IMDb, that he's done more movies later on - scripts and characters of greater challenge, at that. I have to check them out.

Mick Fleetwood an actor?

[tastyhotdogs · 5/10 · 27 January 2006]

Flipped onto this on a lazy,boring Saturday afternoon. I just about flicked over until I saw Mick Fleetwood, yes the same Mick Fleetwood from "Fleetwood mac" fame. I had to give it a go, I mean this guy brought us "Rhiannon", "Go Your Own Way" and "Tusk".

The movie focuses around Simon Eckstal (Fleetwood), a record exec who's company is struggling to sign decent talent. Desperate for some publicity, he decides to sign 15 year old Rob (Jonatahn Tucker) as his Vice-President, hoping to get his company in the news. The move works, but soon Rob realizes he's a puppet and is basically given no responsibility. He pushes to get some cred and one day decides to sign a band to a big contract. Will it pay off? See it to find out (once again, take a stab though and you'll work it out).

Good movie to have a nap during as it's pretty slow and you won't miss much. Can't believe how much Mick has sold out to star in this movie, although to his credit this performance will be mentioned in the same sentence as Brittney in "Crossroads", Madonna in "Desperately Seeking Susan" and Sting in "Lock,Stock..."

Very average uninspiring made-for-TV slop

[pclifto · 1/10 · 18 January 2001]

I stumbled across this movie in the middle of the day, sandwiched between Rikki Lake and Oprah. Not a good omen. I watched about 10 mins of this movie and had to turn it off because of a fear that I would be physically sick. The acting is woeful and the dialogue very cheesy. I couldn't disagree more with the review above. I suggest you steer clear of this movie, perhaps only watching it if totally drunk ... at least they will dumb the pain. 0/10

One of the best for teens

[luvsbordercollie · 10/10 · 31 December 2000]

This Canadian film is one of the best movies in recent history for teenagers. The story is glammed up with insider music industry jokes and life, but the underlying message (remember who your real friends are and don't forget where you come from) is universal and timeless. The young cast is excellent from the lead right down to the popular girl who only wants to know the school geek after he becomes a record exec (fans of The Famous Jett Jackson will recognize the actress as Riley/Hawk from the show). Mick Fleetwood also turns in a great performance and adds appeal for adults watching this film. Highly recommended.

Wowsa, that Tuck

[Douchebaguette · 15 January 2005]

Tuck is one heck of an actor. His charisma tells me that his father must have been a fantastic Rugby player back in his Williams College days. A must see movie for all Tucker fans. The main reason for checking out this gem is to see Tuck in his first big leading role. He most certainly has a bright future, and it all started here. You can really get a feeling for his blossoming genius. Perhaps most importantly, if he ever does become really big-time, you will want to see this movie so you have good reason to laugh about seeing a movie star in a ridiculously bad movie. It makes them appear more human and fragile like the rest of us. Really, you have to see this so that you can laugh at what happens when a bad agent takes a talented kid and tries to make him big time before it is his time.