Every fan's dream: the chance to be told that you were right, the band you loved really was the most important band ever. I love the Replacements, and this movie reminded me why. The film does so without the music or the band, which at first put me off. Then I realized that this was less about the Replacements and more about what it meant to be a fan. There are plenty of humorous/insightful/touching details that are specific to the Mats, but the interviews could as easily have been discussing Mission to Burma, Skin Yard, or the Descendents. It was fascinating to see the wide variety of stars and civilians who felt so passionately about this one group. For all of us who thought that we were the only one who "really got it', it was shocking to see the kid from the Gaslight Anthem or George Wendt singing their praises. Most likely those of you who see this will be from the fan side, and I dare you to walk out without telling whomever is with you how many times you saw them live. You will also leave with a pleasant reminder of what it means to be a fan.
