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Killing Bono

2011·Movie
1h 55min·R
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor5

World

A real life story, show business, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Sex, drugs & rock 'n roll rivalry

The true story of Neil and Ivan McCormick, two Irish brothers who attempt to become rock stars but can only look on as their high school friends U2 become the biggest band in the world.
Music BiopicRock Star RivalryIrish Band HistorySatirical ComedyPop Culture NostalgiaShowbiz DreamsMissed OpportunityBrotherly ConflictIndie Music Scene

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Killing Bono

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Killing Bono legally?

You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Killing Bono worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Killing Bono rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Killing Bono?

1 h 55 min

Killing Bono runs 1 h 55 min.

Is Killing Bono based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Killing Bono?

Critics51
Audiences56

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see Killing Bono much the same way.

What language is Killing Bono in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Killing Bono?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Killing Bono in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Killing Bono use?

The '80sArtistic LicenseI Coulda Been a Contender!Bittersweet EndingLyrical DissonanceImpossibly Tacky ClothesButt-MonkeyBorn UnluckyHistorical Beauty UpdateDoomed by CanonThe RivalAnnoying Younger Sibling

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Killing Bono, including The '80s, Artistic License, I Coulda Been a Contender!.