Airheads

• Comedy
• Crime
• Music

A delightfully chaotic heist film fueled by 90s alternative rock, *Airheads* centers on a struggling metal band’s desperate – and absurd – attempt to gain radio airplay by taking a local DJ hostage. Beyond the escalating comedic tension, the film subtly explores the frustration of artistic ambition colliding with the rigid structures of the corporate music world, creating a surprisingly relatable underdog narrative. The extended standoff isn’t about violence, but a bizarre negotiation fueled by shared musical tastes and mounting desperation, culminating in a surprisingly heartwarming and unconventional resolution that prioritizes connection over conquest. This isn't a story of hardened criminals, but of profoundly earnest musicians willing to embrace ludicrous measures for a chance to be heard.