Funkytown (2011)
Overview
Set in Montreal during the disco phenomenon some 35 years ago, Funkytown follows the life of a group of colorful characters. We follow their lives and tribulations as everyone converges on a regular basis at Montreal's hot disco spot: Starlight. Along the way, several events take place that change these characters' lives. As these characters' lives unfold, the Parti Québécois takes power changing the cultural landscape in Quebec while the disco craze slowly fades. While we keep up with these various characters - it is Bastien who is a central part of this story. His drug addiction, dreams to become an actor and womanizing - make him the "bigger than life" typical 70s character around which the whole story revolves.
Where to watch Funkytown
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| Canada | Crave | — | Apple TV |
| Australia | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| Ireland | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| New Zealand | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| France | Lionsgate+ | — | — |
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What is Funkytown about?
Set in Montreal during the disco phenomenon some 35 years ago, Funkytown follows the life of a group of colorful characters. We follow their lives and tribulations as everyone converges on a regular basis at Montreal's hot disco spot: Starlight. Along the way, several events take place that change these characters' lives. As these characters' lives unfold, the Parti Québécois takes power changing the cultural landscape in Quebec while the disco craze slowly fades. While we keep up with these various characters - it is Bastien who is a central part of this story. His drug addiction, dreams to become an actor and womanizing - make him the "bigger than life" typical 70s character around which the whole story revolves. Funkytown is a Drama, Music movie, released on 2011-03-04, runtime 132 minutes.
Is Funkytown worth watching?
TMDB users rate Funkytown 5.3 out of 10 from 35 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch Funkytown?
In the United Kingdom, Funkytown streams on Lionsgate+. The table on this page lists 5 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Daniel Roby
Cast
- Patrick Huard as Bastien Lavallée
- Justin Chatwin as Tino DeiFiori
- Paul Doucet as Jonathan Aaronson
- Sarah Mutch as Adriana
- Raymond Bouchard as Gilles Lefebvre
- Geneviève Brouillette as Mimi
- François Létourneau as Daniel Lefebvre
- Sophie Cadieux as Hélène
- Romina D'Ugo as Tina LoMonaco
- Jocelyne Zucco as Nicole
- Janine Theriault as Connie Lavallée
- Camille Pennell as Cynthia Lavallée
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Sources
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