Entertainment in a Glance

Director:Robert Iscove
Writer:James Krieg (written by)
Release Date:16 February 2009 (USA)
Genre:Family | Musical

Spectacular! tells the story of a high school rocker in need of a wake-up call. High school student and wannabe rock star Nikko has a lot of talent. The problem is: he knows it. Nikko’s band has had enough of his inconsiderate behavior, though, and his vocal flair won’t be enough to carry him this time. Not only does he get kicked out of his own band, Nikko also gets dumped by his girlfriend. No worries, though, Nikko figures he’ll just record an awesome demo and sing his way to the top without them.

Surprisingly, Nikko gets his first "offer" before he has even had time to brush himself off. Courtney, a girl from school, begs Nikko to become the new lead male in their high school show choir, Spectacular. Nikko has a good laugh at the idea, until he realizes that the prize money for winning the national competition would be just the amount he needs to record his demo. He suddenly decides to swallow his pride and kindly help Courtney out.

What Nikko didn’t consider, is the competition. To win the prize, Spectacular must beat rival group Ta-Da – the group that stole Spectacular’s former lead male, Royce. The group is led by the catty but beautiful Tammi, who just happens to be Royce’s new girlfriend, and they are good. The hard work preparing for the competition refuels Nikko’s flame and the drive he has to perform, and the influence of his new friends helps him realize some mistakes he’s made, but when it comes down to one tough decision between his new life and his old one, what will Nikko choose?