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Rock & Rule

  • 1983
  • PG
  • 1h 17m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
4.4K
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Rock & Rule (1983)
Adult AnimationDark ComedyDystopian Sci-FiHand-Drawn AnimationAnimationFantasyMusicSci-Fi

A malevolent rock star kidnaps a singer to force her to participate in the summoning of a demon, and her band must help her stop him.A malevolent rock star kidnaps a singer to force her to participate in the summoning of a demon, and her band must help her stop him.A malevolent rock star kidnaps a singer to force her to participate in the summoning of a demon, and her band must help her stop him.

  • Director
    • Clive A. Smith
  • Writers
    • Patrick Loubert
    • Peter Sauder
    • John Halfpenny
  • Stars
    • Don Francks
    • Paul Le Mat
    • Greg Salata
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.4/10
    4.4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Clive A. Smith
    • Writers
      • Patrick Loubert
      • Peter Sauder
      • John Halfpenny
    • Stars
      • Don Francks
      • Paul Le Mat
      • Greg Salata
    • 103User reviews
    • 31Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Don Francks
    Don Francks
    • Mok
    • (voice)
    Paul Le Mat
    Paul Le Mat
    • Omar
    • (voice)
    Greg Salata
    Greg Salata
    • Omar
    • (voice)
    Susan Roman
    Susan Roman
    • Angel
    • (voice)
    Samantha Langevin
    Samantha Langevin
    • Mok's Computer
    • (voice)
    • (as Sam Langevin)
    Dan Hennessey
    • Dizzy
    • (voice)
    • (as Dan Hennessy)
    Greg Duffell
    • Stretch
    • (voice)
    • …
    Chris Wiggins
    • Toad
    • (voice)
    Brent Titcomb
    • Sleazy
    • (voice)
    Donny Burns
    • Quadhole
    • (voice)
    • …
    Martin Lavut
    • Mylar
    • (voice)
    • …
    Catherine Gallant
    • Cindy
    • (voice)
    Keith Hampshire
    • Other Computers
    • (voice)
    Melleny Melody
    Melleny Melody
    • Carnegie Hall Groupie
    • (voice)
    • (as Melleny Brown)
    Anna Bourque
    • Edna
    • (voice)
    • …
    Nick Nichols
    • Borderguard
    • (voice)
    John Halfpenny
    • Uncle Mikey
    • (voice)
    Maurice LaMarche
    Maurice LaMarche
    • Sailor
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Clive A. Smith
    • Writers
      • Patrick Loubert
      • Peter Sauder
      • John Halfpenny
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    8chuuzetsu

    A cult classic!

    Rock & Rule was put out of print back in 1985 shortly after its first video run. Since then it has not really seen the light of day, other than on ebay auctions, random TV sightings, and most recently on Bit Torrent. Now, with a two disc special edition DVD being released, it is finally time for this film to get the attention it deserves.

    Rock & Rule most likely failed because it was released in a time when animation was still dominated by the Disney/Children's market. Ralph Bakshi had a few successful films in the 70's, but as the 80's came along, he failed. Transformers (another PG animated film) failed. There were so many experimental animated films coming out, but none of them were successful, just because of its more adult-like content. Rock & Rule isn't as extreme as say some of the Bakshi film are. But, there is a strange use of drugs (with orb-like balls) in the film, sexual innuendos, language, etc., But, nothing a young teen couldn't handle.

    Our story begins with some information about a war that is long passed. Humans don't exist anymore. What we have now are mutant evolutions of street animals (dogs, cats, rats, etc.,). We are introduced to Mok. He's an Iggy Pop/David Bowie sort of character. His music career is somewhat going under. It isn't as strong as it used to be.

    He stumbles unto a secret code that can only be un-locked with a certain key. That key is the perfect voice. Once this code is unlocked, a beast will come and destroy all that Mok wants to be destroyed.

    He stumbles upon a struggling band in his local town led by Omar and Angel. Omar sings the first song. Then Angel sings the second. When Mok hears this, he discovers the perfect voice. So, he does a little heist and kidnaps her and takes her to "Nuke York" to perform. After Omar and his friends wake up from a drug-haze, they travel to Nuke York to try and save her.

    Animation is splendid for its time. Crazy visuals. Especially during the "Triumph" scene. It's almost like a psychedelic trip. The music is also great, featuring Cheap Trick, Earth Wind and fire, Iggy Pop, etc.,

    I suggest any fan of animation check this out once it comes out on DVD (whenever that may be, but it will be soon). It ain't a cult classic amongst true animation fans for nothing!
    Barry-45

    His name is Mok, thanks a lot....

    Well, I can see that here is about the same as in the real world, about three people have ever heard of this movie. That's a shame too, the Cheap Trick songs alone make it worthwhile. I would have to say if you stumbled upon this and have never seen it go try to track it down if you are into animation or good ol' Eighty's rock. Great story, great animation, great voiceovers, great songs = great movie. In my opinion, I would have to put this movie above Heavy Metal in comparison with viewability. This movie I could watch over and over, Heavy Metal always puts me to sleep near the end now. That is probably because this is one complete story instead of some short stories put together for a movie.

    10 out of 10 here... By the way, to all you aspiring animators out there; can you guess what they used to give the Creature that gelatinous look? (Yeeech, you probably don't want to know)
    5nick_clemons

    Sometimes I wish I was still 10 years old...

    I have to say, I was very excited when I learned that this movie was going to be released on DVD. I vaguely remember seeing this as a 10 year old in the 1980s and being impressed (granted, as a 10 year old).

    So I rented it last night and was overall disappointed, but I must say its probably because I had over-hyped it with my own cloudy memories. I found the animation and the general artwork to be very impressive. The songs were fantastic, especially "My Name is Mok", but I found the characters to be generally annoying and the story lacking much development. Mok was the only character who was interesting and entertaining. Omar was a self-absorbed narcissist who doesn't give the audience a reason to empathize. Omar's companions were overly juvenile as were Mok's assistants.

    The story has a great basis--dangerous post-apocalyptic world of mutants. But we don't really get much of a feeling for this world beyond the initial set-up. Also, we know that Mok wants to raise a demon, but why? Did I miss it or is it never really stated? I assume he wants to dominate the world, but it seems to me that he pretty much does already.

    Overall, the movie is lacking character development and follow through on the story. The music is fantastic and the animation is great. Its kind of a mixed bag. I only wish it had lived up to my expectations.
    7rgarza3rd

    Rock & Rule ROCKED!!

    I first saw this movie back in '85 on HBO and I LOVED it! (I managed to tape it, but someone stole it from me!) The art is great, the music superb, and the storyline is intriguing! I've managed to find some of the songs online (with alternate lyrics) I agree that its a shame that Nelvana doesn't seem to think releasing this on DVD is worthwhile. I managed to find a genuine VHS copy at a flea market (for $3) back in '94 and I've held on to it ever since!! :) the box is very worn and slightly damaged, though. Rock and Rule is on a par with some of the best Anime on the market today! I showed it to a local Anime club, and they loved it and asked where they could acquire a copy as well...See Nelvana? You could still have a moneymaker there.....
    sir_hotbod_handsomeface

    Canadian edit is the only version worth watching.

    The re-dubbed American cable edit is absolutely horrible. It rips the heart and soul out of the movie - right from the intro where Mok's code isn't referred to as "satanic", to the removal of almost all of the drug references, and the absolutely horrible replacement voice for Omar (the guy doesn't hold a candle to the original voice actor). Get the 2 disc version from Amazon with the uncensored Canadian version, you won't regret it.. the original movie, as intended.

    I think the problem with this movie, ever there ever really was a problem, is that it isn't a kids movie, nor is it particularly well written or clever to be much of an adult's animated feature, but it works well for teenagers (as I was one when I first saw it, many years ago on the CBC late night movie). Given the time the movie was made animation was still thought of as "kid's stuff", or simply dirty (Say Fritz the Cat), and this movie really falls into the grey area between those extremes. Poorly marketed, no doubt, but the American cable edit exists because of this failure to the realize the market.

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    • Trivia
      David Bowie, Tim Curry, Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger and Sting were all considered for Mok but the budget couldn't afford them.
    • Quotes

      Mok: She can sing, or she can scream. But she still pissed me off.

    • Alternate versions
      The original print of the movie was destroyed in a fire and all reproductions of the original feature film are re-copied from the original VHS release.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Making of Rock & Rule (1983)
    • Soundtracks
      Angel's Song
      Written by Chris Stein & Debbie Harry

      Vocals: Debbie Harry

      Guitars & Bass: Chris Stein

      Drums: Lenny Ferrari, Clem Burke

      Violin: Walter Steding

      Producer: Chris Stein

      Engineers: Joe Arlotta, Roger Keay

      Recorded and Mixed at Blank Tape, N.Y.

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    • Release date
      • July 24, 1987 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Ring of Power
    • Production companies
      • Nelvana
      • Anaguel Films
      • Canada Trust
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    • Budget
      • $8,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $30,379
    • Gross worldwide
      • $30,379
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 17 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo

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