QWhat are the differences between the Theatrical Version and the Bootleg Cut?
AThe Bootleg Cut, which runs approx. more than 36 minutes longer than the Theatrical Version, features entirely new scenes, extended scenes and last but not least alternate scenes. The Theatrical Version contains exclusive footage as well but we're usually talking about extensions of a couple of frames or (in most cases) shorter alternate shots. That's why the Extended Version ought to be preferred if you have the time. A very detailed comparison between both versions with pictures can be found here.
QWhat were the songs I heard in Almost Famous?
AThe list of songs are found on imdb here. However, you can find the corresponding scenes to these songs here.
QIs Stillwater a real band?
AStillwater is a composite of bands and musicians who Cameron Crowe met whilst working at Rolling Stone. It is said to be likely that guitarist Russell Hammond is based on Gregg Allman of the Allman Brothers, who Crowe went on tour with in 1973.Stillwater's songs were written by Peter Frampton, and Crowe and his wife Nancy Wilson, guitarist in the rock band Heart. Wilson also did the original music for the film -- the acoustic pieces you .And while there is no connection between the two, there was also a real band called Stillwater, active from 1972-83, who were known for their hit "Mindbender." The "real" Stillwater was on the label of Capricorn Records. Capricorn became famous for its role in spearheading Southern rock in the seventies, with The Allman Brothers Band at the forefront, but also including the Marshall Tucker Band, Elvin Bishop and Wet Willie, among the more successful bands. Cameron Crowe was able to get permission to use the name 'Stillwater' after screening the film for the band. Stillwater's regional success began as the momentum of Southern Rock waned. Capricorn went out of business in 1982, leading to their demise. They continue to play annual "reunion concerts" and released "Running Free" in 1997.
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