Tonight was one of the best nights I've had in a long time. I went to the premiere of Girls Rock. Run to the theatre to see this documentary. Seriously. I went with my friend, BP. We decided to pay a little extra and go for the VIP thing. It included a pre-party at one of the board members of the Rock 'n' Roll Camp for Girls. One of the mayoral candidates hosted the party. It was just a cool gathering of people. Some kids were on the front porch playing a little riot grrl rock. Members of the Portland roller derby team escorted us to the theatre.
This movie is amazing. First, it made me laugh really hard. Second, I was really touched at how inspiring and thoughtful these kids were. I was never that clued in when I was that age. Third, these girls rock. There were so many moments and lines of the movie that I wish I could remember. I was definitely affected the most by Amelia. I don't know if she reminds me of when I was her age or if it is because my niece has some of her similarities. The fact that she writes songs about her dog (I just blog about mine) and sings songs about not knowing how to tune a taco just endeared her to me. Some of the kids were there, including Amelia, so I had to go up to her and tell her she did a great job. I wish I had been that cool when I was growing up.
B and I are seriously contemplating ladies rock camp. Drums? Guitar? I can't decide.
Go see this movie. Please.
4 comments:
Just get the Rock Band game and have a regular game night with friends. Then everyone can "play" all the instruments!
Doesn't everyone fantasize about being either a drummer or guitar player at some point? I'm definitely on the drum side on this one.
Guitar, definitely bass guitar.
A friend has already picked the bass. I could see the drums but wouldn't it be great to do scissor kicks? Wait...I would fall down if I tried a scissor kick.
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