Kate and Will Spicer's brother, Tom, has Fragile X Syndrome, the most common form of inherited learning disability. He is also a massive fan of Lars Ulrich from Metallica. They made a promise to Tom that they would get him to meet Lars. Tom's dream is their promise. Together they went on a Mission to Lars.
The film that reduced Lemmy to tears will have a similar affect on you. Just lovely.
This is a film with rare honesty and nuance in a field that frequently feels queasy.
It's all heart-warming stuff with Tom overcoming his demons, his siblings showing extraordinary perseverance and the Metallica folk behaving with a decency you don't necessarily expect from rock idols.
Remarkable.
Charming; constructed with care and sensitivity.
If the concept seems too neat, the documentary itself turns out to be a heartfelt, enlightening piece that doesn't duck the hard stuff.
You’ll cry a bit come the tense, touching climax - then punch the air with joy.
The results are admirably unsentimental and, as the film progresses, it’s hard not to warm to all involved – with Ulrich himself proving a bit of a sweetie.
General release. Check local listings for show times.