Rock the Kasbah (15)

Comedy, Music, War

A down-on-his-luck music manager discovers a teenage girl with an extraordinary voice while on a music tour in Afghanistan and takes her to Kabul to compete on the popular television show, Afghan Star.

The critical consensus

Barry Levinson helms a dismal dramedy starring Bill Murray and Bruce Willis.

(*) (*) (*) (*) Matt Glasby, The List, 14/03/2016

On paper, this could have been excellent; as it stands, it’s painful and futile for all involved. Much like the Afghan conflict itself.

(*) (*) (*) (*) Andrew Lowry, Empire Online, 16/03/2016

Bill Murray is worth watching but shouldn't be centre of the narrative.

(*) (*) (*) Geoffrey MacNab, The Independent, 17/03/2016

A real disappointment.

(*) (*) (*) Allan Hunter, Daily Express, 18/03/2016

Even Bill Murray and Barry Levinson cannot rescue this confused rags to rock riches story, inspired by a real-life talent show contestant.

(*) (*) (*) (*) Mark Kermode, The Observer, 20/03/2016

Where and when?

General release. Check local listings for show times.

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Rock the Kasbah (15)

Comedy, Music, War

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