# The Runaways (2010)

> A teenage guitarist and her charismatic singer struggle to survive the exploitative machinery of fame after forming a groundbreaking all-girl rock band.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/16656

## Facts

- Runtime: 107 min
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Director: Floria Sigismondi
- Cast: Kristen Stewart, Dakota Fanning, Michael Shannon, Stella Maeve, Scout Taylor-Compton, Alia Shawkat, Riley Keough, Johnny Lewis
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1017451/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: rebellious, electric, volatile, music movie night, retro rock night

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