Bandslam

In this 2009 musical drama directed by Todd Graff, a socially awkward teenager named Will Burton finds solace in music after moving to a new town. He teams up with a talented singer-songwriter, Sa5m, played by Vanessa Hudgens, and a former popular girl, Charlotte, portrayed by Aly Michalka, to form a band and compete in a high-stakes music competition. The film explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the transformative power of music. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it features a notable performance by Lisa Kudrow as Will’s mother. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.