Rock: It's Your Decision

About This Movie

Rock: It's Your Decision has this curious tone that's both preachy and earnest. The pacing feels a bit slow at times, but there's something oddly engaging about the protagonist's struggle against his parents’ strict ban on rock music. The film wrestles with heavy themes—music as a form of expression versus a tool of control. Performances are pretty straightforward, with the young lead navigating the moral quandaries laid out by the adults in his life. The practical effects? Well, they’re minimal, but the ‘Satanic’ visuals are laughably dated. It’s definitely a product of its time, capturing the tension of early '80s rock culture and its perceived dangers, which adds to its distinctiveness. Not your typical family drama for sure.

Released in 1982, directed by John Taylor.Available on DVD, originally aired as a TV movie.Features a blend of drama and music with moral themes.Notable for its depiction of rock music controversies.