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If These Walls Could Rock

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If These Walls Could Rock is a film featuring an unbelievable lineup of over 20 artists and uses the legendary Sunset Marquis Hotel as a lens into the history of rock and roll.

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Stephen Silver The SS Ben Hecht 3h
It’s familiar, but very fun. Go to Full Review
Joe Friar Fort Worth Report Aug 27
4/4
Ozzy Osbourne once said, "I’m into rock ‘n’ roll because rock ‘n’ roll, to me, means freedom." The Sunset Marquis gave these artists the freedom to be themselves in a conducive environment that became a rock ‘n’ roll sanctuary. Go to Full Review
Bill Newcott The Saturday Evening Post Aug 21
3/5
Rocks with a spirit that echoes with the wild abandon of a cultural moment when the bad boys ruled, and nothing could stop them…until they stopped themselves. Go to Full Review
Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Aug 19
A funny, nostalgic, and wild tale of sex, drugs, rock ’n’ roll, and one legendary hotel becomes something more: a surprisingly touching story about family, creativity, and finding a place where outsiders can finally feel at home. Go to Full Review
Josh Bell Crooked Marquee Aug 18
B-
Many of those stories make the subjects sound like entitled jerks, but that's part of the charm. Go to Full Review
Christopher Campbell Nonfics (Substack) Aug 14
It’s a bit scattershot but still cohesive in its communal spirit. Go to Full Review
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Stephen E @RT50738611 1d I loved this movie! At first glance, it's a story about the excess and wild times at the Marquis, but there is a lot more to it. It's also an entertaining look at a family business and finding community. The interviews are plain awesome for any music lover. Definitely a must-see! See more Jason C @RT48669618 2d I didn’t know it was possible, but this doc actually revised my feelings about Morrissey. In it, he’s delightful. There are so many interesting rock stars and characters in this film it’s an absolute must-see for music fans. I did NOT have the Executive Life Insurance Company scandal on the bingo card for this film, but there you have it. I genuinely loved this movie. It’s got real heart and tenderness blended with debauched history. 5/5 See more Conrad W @Leaverb 2d What a wild ride. Great film! See more MJS S @MJSbunchofnumbers 2d I saw this at a screening and absolutely loved it. All new interviews, animated bits, incredible never before heard stories. It's got SLASH, Bruce, Ringo, Grohl, Cyndi... freaking Keith Richards! It's great - pure sex drugs and rock and roll wrapped in a legit interesting story about the father and son who own the place and who have been on a crazy ride of their own. Now if you'll excuse me I am headed to the Sunset Marquis which is still there and the bar is OPEN! See more Hungry H @hungryhungryhippo 2d I gotta say, this movie kind of blew my mind. On its surface, it looks like a typical rock doc, except that it has more rock 'n' roll icons per frame than any film I've ever seen. But where it really gets you is in the heart, with a father-son story that somehow had me tearing up in the end. Can't recommend it highly enough. See more Tawnya W @RT91408587 2d I really enjoyed If These Walls Could Rock. The history behind the Sunset Marquis and all the legendary musicians who have passed through there is fascinating. I loved hearing the stories and getting a glimpse into a side of rock and roll history that most of us never got to see. It brought back a lot of nostalgia and made me realize just how much music history happened within those walls. If you love classic rock, music history, or old Hollywood stories, this is definitely worth watching. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis If These Walls Could Rock is a film featuring an unbelievable lineup of over 20 artists and uses the legendary Sunset Marquis Hotel as a lens into the history of rock and roll.
Director
Tyler Measom, Craig A. Williams
Producer
Robert Friedman, Mike Powers
Distributor
Bungalow Media + Entertainment
Production Co
Bungalow Media + Entertainment
Genre
Documentary, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 14, 2026, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 14, 2026
Runtime
1h 33m
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