stevefaz-798-304017's reviews

This is a marvellous documentary about a man who desperately wanted to be a star, but (only) just missed out. The fact that the movie was made at all shows the esteem that his fans have for him. John Otway had a dream and in many ways achieved it. He had a hit with Wild Willy Barrett, shot to fame thanks to the Old Grey Whistle Test and has had varying successes and failures over the past 40-odd years. The commentary throughout this film shows the affection of everyone for one of rock and roll's greatest failures. It will have you laughing and crying all at the same time. He is still living the dream and long may he do so. Not to be missed.