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Buddy

1999·Movie
1h 37min

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About

The Buddy Holly Story

"Buddy" tells the compelling story of the legendary rocker Buddy Holly and the three years in which he became the world's top recording artist. The show features over 20 of his greatest hits including "Peggy Sue", "That'll Be The Day", "Oh Boy", "Heartbeat", "Maybe Baby", "Rave On" and "Everyday," and end with the fantastic 'Winter Dance Party' at Clear Lake, Iowa, where Buddy is joined on stage by the large-than-life Big Bopper ("Chantilly Lace") and pelvis thrusting Ritchie Valens ("La Bamba"). Filmed especially for DVD at the Novello Theatre in London's West End
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Is Buddy worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Buddy?

1 h 37 min

Buddy runs 1 h 37 min.

What language is Buddy in?

English

It was made in English.

What tropes does Buddy use?

Character NarratorFriend to All Living ThingsThe Great DepressionIt Seemed Like a Good Idea at the TimeGrowing Up SucksVery Loosely Based on a True StoryNaïve Animal Lover

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Buddy, including Character Narrator, Friend to All Living Things, The Great Depression.