The Runaways Movie

The Runaways
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Released: 2010
Directors: Floria Sigismondi
Genre/Type: Drama
Musical Drama
Biopic [feature]
Showbiz Drama
Producers: Art Linson
Bill Pohlad
John Linson
Plot Synopsis by Jeremy Wheeler
The story of the groundbreaking '70s female rock group the Runaways is recounted in this River Road Entertainment production focusing on the duo of guitarist/vocalist Joan Jett (portrayed by Twilight's Kristen Stewart) and lead vocalist/keyboardist Cherie Currie (Dakota Fanning) as they navigate a rocky road of touring and record label woes under the malevolent eye of an abusive manager during their teen years. Acclaimed video artist Floria Sigismondi directs from her own script, with Scout Taylor-Compton co-starring as guitarist Lita Ford.

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The Runaways were formed in late 1975 by drummer Sandy West and rhythm guitarist Joan Jett. Jett was 17-18 years old at the time.
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Kristen Stewart Joan Jett Apr 9, 1990
Dakota Fanning Cheri Currie Feb 23, 1994
Scout Taylor-Compton Lita Ford

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