🎸😂 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John dives into the world of rock ‘n’ roll and satire with a review of the 1984 cult classic mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap. Directed by Rob Reiner and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, this hilarious comedy follows the fictional British heavy metal band Spinal Tap as they embark on a disastrous U.S. tour filled with bizarre gigs, backstage mishaps, and amps that go to eleven.
John breaks down why This Is Spinal Tap remains one of the most influential comedies of all time, blending sharp improvisation, biting parody, and unforgettable characters into a film that both celebrates and skewers the absurdities of rock music culture. From exploding drummers to stage sets gone wrong, this episode explores why the movie is still endlessly quotable and beloved decades later.
Is This Is Spinal Tap the greatest comedy mockumentary ever made? Tune in to see where it lands in the rankings!
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