The Banger Sisters

About The Banger Sisters

"The Banger Sisters" is a 2002 American comedy film directed by Bob Dolman. The narrative revolves around two middle-aged women, who were once rock groupies and best friends in their youthful days. One of them, Suzette, gets fired from her job and decides to look for her long-lost friend, Vinnie, who lives a completely different life now - a life of a conservative upper-class wife and a mother.

Making / Production

This movie was produced by Fox Searchlight Pictures and directed by Bob Dolman. Filming took place in various locations within the United States, including Phoenix, Arizona, and Los Angeles, California, among others.

Actors

• Goldie Hawn as Suzette: She is spectacular as the never-grown-up former rock groupie, who retains her wild spirit and panache.
• Susan Sarandon as Lavinia (Vinnie): Sarandon offers a remarkable portrayal of a woman who seems to have forgotten her rebellious past, living a wealthy yet unfulfilling suburban life.
• Geoffrey Rush as Harry Plummer: He plays an eccentric writer with neurotic tendencies, effectively adding depth to the movie.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title of the movie "The Banger Sisters" is in reference to the reputation of the lead characters as big-time groupies in their past.
• Sharon Stone was initially cast for the role of Suzette, but she dropped out and was replaced by Goldie Hawn.
• The character of Harry Plummer is enchantingly afraid of driving, a quirk that adds to his unique charm in the film.

Awards

The movie was nominated for several awards, and Goldie Hawn received a nomination for Best Actress – Musical or Comedy at the 60th Golden Globe Awards.

Quotes

• "We are the Banger Sisters! And we were famous for... well, let's just say, lots of reasons!" - Suzette
• "I do not think. I feel. And I smell. And I taste. And I savor." - Harry Plummer

Music, Soundtrack

• "Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves" by Annie Lennox and Aretha Franklin
• "Honky Tonk Women" by The Rolling Stones