Film Review – Metal Lords

The power of musical performance courses through the veins of “Metal Lords,” but writer D.B. Weiss (“Game of Thrones”) looks to go a bit deeper than simple stage showmanship. He’s creating a teen comedy, and one that’s more interested in character and mental health than basic high jinks, which gives the endeavor appealing emotional texture and unexpected depth. “Metal Lords” rides the same lightning as 2003’s “School of Rock,” getting off on the musical subgenre and the educational potential of it all, and director Peter Sollett (“Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist”) keeps the feature’s energy up as he manages teenage pursuits and musical management. “Metal Lords” is a bright film about a few dark subjects, and the production handles tone superbly, careful to avoid spirit-crushing formula, developing a highly amusing idiosyncrasy to the journey. It’s a whole lot of fun, and periodically hilarious as it explores the mischief motivation only heavy metal can provide. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com