All those years, all those dreams, all those sons... one of them is going to be a star.
俄国沙皇统治时期的美国，虽然有皇家哥萨克卫队维持着国家秩序，但行同虚设的维持在俄军残酷的杀戮面前显得力不从心。为此，美国人民在俄军惨无人道的杀戮下，过着朝不保夕、流浪乞讨的生活。奥米和妈妈也被迫离乡，在茫然不知所向中去寻找一份梦想中的安宁。奥米的爸爸是个教父。自从爸爸在教堂向上帝做着最后的祷告，久久不肯离去结果被侵略者无情的屠杀后，悲痛万分的妈妈带着奥米来到一个新的城市，过着十分艰苦的生活，直到有一天奥米遇见了歌手路易。路易是个名不见经传的流行歌手。年少的奥米做了路易的助手后，凭借四处演唱也能挣点小钱贴补家用。然而，正当家里的生活刚刚有些起色时，一场无情的大火夺去了奥米妈妈的生命。惟一的亲人在火灾中死去后，奥米和路易相依为命。对于一个歌手来说更不幸的事情随后发生。奥米在俄军的一次袭击中身受重伤，嗓音从此沙哑，再也不能演出唱歌。在没有歌声的痛苦日子里，奥米长成一个二十出头的英俊少年。此时，奥米迎来了生命中除妈妈以外的第一个女人。和美丽的舞女贝拉相知相爱不久，贝拉给奥米生下一个爱子取名贝尼。可是好景不长，刚刚开始的幸福生活随着妻子贝拉遭遇恐怖分子袭击身亡而结束。又一次痛失亲人的奥米在绝望中决心让儿子过上幸福的生活。贝尼一天天长大，帅气十足和音乐细胞继承了奥米和贝拉的天分。为了能让儿子贝尼有一个稳定的生活环境，奥米让贝尼违心地娶了一个有钱的老婆。没有感情的婚姻让贝尼毅然参军，在战场上壮烈牺牲后，留下一个未曾谋面的儿子托尼。贝尼死后，托尼的妈妈随后改嫁并生下三个孩子。在和继父一起生活的日子里，托尼的性格变得叛逆不羁，继而离家出走。托尼同样继承了爸爸的基因，加入一个流行乐队后，托尼的才华得到大家的认可，但随着主唱的酗酒致死，托尼陷入痛苦之中。绝望中的托尼收留一个叫皮特的孤儿相依为命。托尼靠卖自己谱写的歌曲维持生计，借酒消愁、虚度人生中，收养的皮特慢慢长大。耳濡目染的皮特从托尼身上学到不少音乐的知识，直到有一天自己也能像托尼一样作词作曲。看着皮特的成长，托尼决定让他去闯荡世界。托尼不辞而别后，皮特不负所望，在自己的努力下，终于成为一名享誉整个美国的流行歌手。
"American Pop," a groundbreaking animated film released in 1981, is a vivid tapestry of American music and cultural history, masterfully crafted by Ralph Bakshi and his team at Bakshi Productions and Aspen Productions. Spanning four generations of a family deeply entwined with the evolution of American popular music, the film ambitiously traces the journey from the early 20th century through the tumultuous 1970s. Through its innovative rotoscoping technique, "American Pop" blends animation with live-action footage, creating a visually striking narrative that captures the essence of each era it portrays. The film's protagonist, Tony Belinsky, and his descendants navigate the shifting landscapes of jazz, swing, rock 'n' roll, and punk, each generation confronting their own unique challenges and aspirations. From the speakeasies of the Prohibition era to the psychedelic haze of the 1960s, "American Pop" delves into the personal and societal transformations that accompany these musical revolutions. The narrative is punctuated by poignant moments of triumph and tragedy, reflecting the highs and lows of the American Dream as experienced through the lens of music. What sets "American Pop" apart is its unflinching portrayal of the darker aspects of the music industry and the personal sacrifices required to achieve fame. The film does not shy away from depicting drug addiction, exploitation, and the relentless pursuit of success, offering a gritty counterpoint to the often-glamorized depictions of musicians' lives. This raw honesty, combined with the film's eclectic soundtrack featuring classics from various genres, creates a compelling and immersive experience that resonates with audiences. Ultimately, "American Pop" stands as a testament to the enduring power of music as a vehicle for storytelling and cultural commentary. Ralph Bakshi's visionary approach to animation and storytelling elevates the film beyond mere entertainment, making it a significant piece of American cinematic history. By weaving together the threads of personal ambition, societal change, and musical innovation, "American Pop" offers a unique and thought-provoking exploration of the American experience.
年份1981
运行时间96 分
收入6000000$
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类型动画音乐剧情历史
制作国家United States of America
