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Cameron Crowe’s first film since his Academy Award nominated hit "Jerry Maguire" pays homage to the music that shaped a generation. The film is based on Crowe's real-life experiences as a young reporter for Rolling Stone magazine back in 1973, covering the backstage antics of such super groups as Led Zeppelin and the Allman Brothers.

"Almost Famous" follows the funny and often poignant coming of age of a nerdy 15-year-old rock fan William Miller (Patrick Fugit), who lands a plum writing assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview the talented but not-yet-famous (fictional) Stillwater, fronted by Jeff Bebe (Jason Lee) and the charismatic Russell Hammond (Billy Crudup).

William departs on an eye-opening journey around the States with the band, despite objections from over-protective mother (Francis McDormmand). With the help of a gorgeous groupie, Penny Lane (Kate Hudson), William becomes part of the band’s click. But as he turns from an observer into a participant, the fledgling reporter discovers that getting too close to your subjects can have its consequences.

"Almost Famous" opens at cinemas around the country this Friday. Don’t miss this award-winning movie.

Check out the full review of "Almost Famous".