Tapeheads

– The story of Ivan and Josh, two dim witted ex-security guards who love music videos. Out of work, wi..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.70 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 33 Minutes
Release Year:
1988
Tapeheads (1988)

The story of Ivan and Josh, two dim witted ex-security guards who love music videos. Out of work, with no job prospects, they form a music video production company. They soon learn the in's and out's of the business in LA and with some help from Mo Fuzz, they soon become hot property. But not all goes smoothly when they try to resurrect the career of their favorite R&B duo, the Swanky Modes.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
Filming Locations:
Genre:

Tapeheads (1988) - Trailer

Release Date:

21 Oct 1988

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Director:

Bill Fishman

Writer:

Bill Fishman (story), Peter McCarthy (story), Jim Herzfeld (story), Ryan Rowe (story), Bill Fishman (screenplay), Peter McCarthy (screenplay)

Main Actors:

John Cusack, Tim Robbins, Mary Crosby, Clu Gulager

Plot:

After being fired from their jobs as security guards, Josh and Ivan form Video Aces, a video production company. Using Josh's talent and Ivan's business savvy, they attempt to hit it big in the business while doing projects they want to do. Among those whose paths cross with theirs are Norman Mart, an extremely right-wing presidential candidate; Samantha Gregory, a scheming music reporter; and Mo Fuzz, a producer willing to give them a chance or three if they'll work on spec.

Production:

Anchor Bay Entertainment

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
60%