2 Movies Starring Christian Potenza

Hendrix

Hendrix

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2000-09-17

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

Runtime:

100 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

5.5 (773 Reviews)

Director:

Leon Ichaso

Cast:

Writer:

Rob Weiss

Butch Stein

Art Washington

Bruce Rubenstein

Fullplot:

Biography of rock star Jimi Hendrix chronicles his early career, including a stint with Little Richard who fired him for getting too flamboyant, to his tragic failure. Struggling to find a niche, he moves to England where he becomes friends with musician and producer Chas Chandler (Christian Portenza). Chas then teams him with Mitch Mitchell and Noel Redding (Krit Holdenreid, Christopher Ralph) to form the Experience. As Hendrix gets public attention, Chas then introduces him to a major record producer (Billy Zane) who takes over his career. While this gets Hendrix international exposure, it also places him in the hands of people interested only in the money aspects that his career offers them. One of the early disasters foisted on him by the record company is an opening bill for "The Monkees" on an American tour. His then unknown act is booed by teens just wanting to see their idols. A genius and a perfectionist, Hendrix drives everyone crazy as he starts making albums himself without producers or the Experience. Pushed by the record executives beyond his limits, he turns to drugs and wild parties for release which ultimately leads to his demise.

Escape from the Newsroom

Escape from the Newsroom

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2002-10-28

Languages:

English

Countries:

Canada

IMDB Ratings:

(145 Reviews)

Director:

Ken Finkleman

Genres:

Comedy

Fullplot:

Become a Movie Insider

Join our mailing list and get access to expert analysis, trivia, and recommendations that will elevate your movie-watching experience.

View our privacy policy.