The Runaways

• Drama
• Music

This music drama chronicles the explosive rise and internal fractures of The Runaways, a pioneering all-female rock band forged in the 1970s Los Angeles music scene. More than a standard band biopic, the film delves into the complex dynamic between Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, exploring the pressures of manufactured stardom under the manipulative guidance of Kim Fowley, and the cost of sacrificing teenage normalcy for rock and roll ambition. It's a raw portrayal of female empowerment battling against exploitative industry forces, punctuated by a nostalgic yet unflinching look at the era’s rebellious spirit and the isolating experience of young women navigating a male-dominated world. The narrative emphasizes the push and pull between artistic independence and commercial success, alongside the girls’ individual struggles with identity and self-worth as they grapple with sudden fame and its consequences.