PG-13

Leningrad Cowboys Go America

1989 • 79 min • Comedy · Music

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Synopsis

The Leningrad Cowboys, a group of Siberian musicians, and their manager, travel to America seeking fame and fortune. As they cross the country, trying to get to a wedding in Mexico, they are followed by the village idiot, who wishes to join the band.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

211 reviews

70 Audience · 211 · 100%

The Leningrad Cowboys, a quirky Finnish rock band, journey to America seeking their big break. As they navigate the USA and head for a wedding gig in Mexico, they are pursued by a persistent village outcast hoping to join the band.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Mild crude humor
Occasional suggestive content
Some alcohol consumption
Characters are often eccentric

What it models well

Pursuing a dream
Embracing individuality
Friendship and loyalty
Cultural exploration

Talk about it after

Different cultures and customs
The reality of pursuing fame
The importance of acceptance
Music as a universal language

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