GV isn't a Beach Boys film; it’s the story of Terri Hooley. Terri was a regular working class guy who opened a tiny record store named Good Vibrations in Belfast (N. Ireland) at a time when the country was being torn apart by violent sectarianism. Terri didn't invent Belfast punk music, but he was instrumental in bringing it to the attention of the people that needed it.
The film functions as both a biopic and a document of the changing times. That may sound dull, but it’s a genuine roaring success fuelled by passion and determination, aided by some great cinematography and a kickass soundtrack from many of the bands featured, some of whom owe their fame to Terri's selfless projects.
4 proper moments out of 5
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