Bandstand (2018)
The boys are back.
In 1945, as America's soldiers come home to ticker-tape parades and overjoyed families, Private First Class Donny Novitski, singer and songwriter, returns to rebuild his life with only the shirt on his back and a dream in his heart. When NBC announces a national competition to find the nation's next great musical superstars, inspiration strikes! Donny joins forces with a motley group of fellow veterans, forming a band unlike any the nation has ever seen. Along the way, they discover the power of music to face the impossible, find their voice and finally feel like they have a place to call home.
Cast
- Corey Cott - Donny Novitski
- Laura Osnes - Julia Trojan
- Beth Leavel - Mrs. June Adams
- James Nathan Hopkins - Jimmy Campbell
- Brandon James Ellis - Davy Zlatic
- Joey Pero - Nick Radel
- Geoff Packard - Wayne Wright
- Joe Carroll - Johnny Simpson
- Mary Callanan - Jean Ann Ryan / Production Assistant / Ensemble
- Kevyn Morrow - Al / James Haupt / Ensemble
Screenplay
- Richard Oberacker (Musical)
- Robert Taylor (Musical)
Themes
Musical Spectacle, Musical Theatre and Broadway Glitz
Keywords
post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), musical, live performance, broadway, veteran, swing music
Trailer
Bandstand TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is Bandstand about?
- In 1945, as America's soldiers come home to ticker-tape parades and overjoyed families, Private First Class Donny Novitski, singer and songwriter, returns to rebuild his life with only the shirt on his back and a dream in his heart. When NBC announces a national competition to find the nation's next great musical superstars, inspiration strikes! Donny joins forces with a motley group of fellow veterans, forming a band unlike any the nation has ever seen. Along the way, they discover the power of music to face the impossible, find their voice and finally feel like they have a place to call home.
- Who directed Bandstand?
- Bandstand was directed by Lorenzo Thione.
- Who stars in Bandstand?
- Bandstand stars Corey Cott, Laura Osnes, Beth Leavel, James Nathan Hopkins, Brandon James Ellis, Joey Pero.
- How long is Bandstand?
- Bandstand has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- What genre is Bandstand?
- Bandstand is a Music film.
- Where was Bandstand produced?
- Bandstand was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Bandstand?
- The themes of Bandstand include: Musical Spectacle, Musical Theatre and Broadway Glitz.