# Anvil! The Story of Anvil (2008)

> An intimate rockumentary follows Anvil’s aging metal musicians as enduring friendship and stubborn creative faith fuel one more attempt at recognition.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/10877

## Facts

- Runtime: 81 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Sacha Gervasi
- Cast: Steve 'Lips' Kudlow, Robb Reiner, Kevin Goocher, Glenn Gyorffy, William Howell, Tiziana Arrigoni, Slash, Lemmy Kilmister
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1157605/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: inspirational, witty, nostalgic, music night, inspirational viewing

## Synopsis

A heavy metal band fights to reclaim their glory and passion for music against all odds.

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