We Are Kings (2014)

Instant Favorite.

Gripping story with well-crafted characters

Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.

The movie's neither hopeful in contrived ways, nor hopeless in different contrived ways. Somehow it manages to be wonderful

This movie casts a spell and doesn't break it. The music and the settings are very well thought out and support the overall experience of the film. It's great to see an indie film that puts together such a beautifully crafted audience experience. Highly enjoyable. I would recommend this to just about everyone, but especially if you like the Blues. It's worth getting the DVD, you'll want to watch this one again.The things that prevented me from giving all 10 stars were very minor, but I really have only given 10 stars to a total of 3 movies, ever. Keeping in mind the budget and other considerations you have to make for indie films, this one really is a home run.

Let me start this off by saying that I LOVE Blues and Rock & Roll. "We Are Kings" is a traveling movie that is both charming and hits the right notes.IB King (Sammy Blue) hits the road from Chicago to Mississippi and along his struggle/journey comes across three very different musicians. Each one has their own/different sound that influences his own style as he takes them under his wing. The interactions felt real and the movie's connection and love for music shines. The south is also a character in the movie. Road movies are only as successful as the places they show us and how they add to the story/struggle. With each stop, IB King gets closer to his goal. I highly recommend this movie for music lovers such as myself.

I enjoy watching this film because you find yourself really liking all the main characters & rooting for the gang as they come together! Even though its an Indy film, There is a realness to the look and an authenticity that's difficult to find on Blockbuster Films made only for the numbers (& not the musical ones). The movie is quite family friendly. There is some mild language and it moves through a few adult situations and hardship; but there is a positive beat, and messages of endurance and hope come through strong. With a steady pacing, you're going along for a ride on the Blues Bucket.The music is incredible & the actors are all legit musicians, I think they wrote almost all the songs too. This is the real deal, so worth checking out, giving a spin, or buying the whole bucket!

I'll start this off with a caveat... I'm not a fan of the blues. That being said, the music in this little indy film is charming, varied, and enjoyable. Something for everyone. My personal favorite is Bianca Ryan singing a soft and simple rendition of "Are you from Dixie?" - not at all like the strong belting blues she normally sings. Boogie Long is equally good and adds some rather incredible guitar licks to a respectable voice.However...The story and acting needed work. I'm sure some, if not all, of the actors are good at their craft, but their lines are wooden. The premise is similar to may others, and as it becomes a road movie, the only thing tying it all together is the breaks of musical interludes. I would guess that's what kept me watching. Start to finish, this could have been a much better. film, and is only saved by the music, which his actually pretty genuine. I know it's an indy, and with a minuscule budget, but it coulda been better. much better.