22 Diverse Films Spanning Music, Drama, and More from 2004+
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Music has the power to transport us, evoke emotions, and create unforgettable experiences on the silver screen. In 2004, filmmakers showcased a diverse range of musical talents and genres, captivating audiences worldwide. Our list of Top 30 Music films from that year offers a rich tapestry of stories and sounds that are well worth revisiting or discovering for the first time. From legendary performances to unexpected comedies and thought-provoking documentaries, prepare yourself for an immersive journey through the rhythm of 2004's finest musical cinema.
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Far Far Away IdolMovie · 2004 · 10m · Music, Comedy, AnimationIn the kingdom of Far Far Away, Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots, and their friends compete in a singing competition.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 2
Rod Stewart: One Night Only! (Live at the Royal Albert Hall)Movie · 2004 · 94m · MusicFor decades, Rod Stewart has been a major musical star, known for his unique voice and energetic performances. *One Night Only! Live At Royal Albert Hall* features Rod performing his most famous songs, along with classics from The Great American Songbook.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.0 - 3
Sissy-Boy Slap-PartyMovie · 2004 · 6m · ComedySailors relaxing on a beautiful island find their peace shattered when a friendly gesture is mistaken for a deliberate attack. This misunderstanding quickly escalates into a series of increasingly intense and relentless face-slapping.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.2 - 4
Teacher's PetMovie · 2004 · 74m · Animation, Family, MusicSpot is an intelligent dog who longs to be human. When he learns a quirky scientist can grant his wish, Spot embarks on a journey across the country with Leonard, his owner and best friend, and their mother. But Dr. Krank's experiments have unforeseen consequences, and Leonard and his animal companions must fix what went wrong with Spot’s DNA.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 5
ExilesMovie · 2004 · 104m · Adventure, Drama, MusicZano proposes a journey to Naïma: a trip across France and Spain, ultimately reaching Algeria. The goal is for them to connect with the land their parents were forced to leave behind.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.0 - 6
Isi/Disi - Amor a lo bestiaMovie · 2004 · 88m · Comedy, Music, RomanceCan love change a man's passion for heavy metal? This Spanish comedy explores that question. Isi (Santiago Segura) and Disi (Florentino Fernandez) are inseparable best friends living in a working-class neighborhood outside Madrid. They're not the sharpest tools in the shed, but their dedication to heavy metal is unwavering – they wouldn't be caught listening to pop. That is, until Isi meets Vane (Jaydy Michel), a beautiful college student, and instantly falls in love.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8 - 7
Dead & BreakfastMovie · 2004 · 88m · Horror, Comedy, MusicSix friends on a road trip spend the night at a bed and breakfast in the quiet town of Lovelock. The next morning, the inn's owner and chef are found dead, and the friends become suspects to the local sheriff. Soon, they discover that nearly everyone in town is possessed by a malevolent spirit, trapping them inside the B&B.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5 - 8
Connie and CarlaMovie · 2004 · 98m · Comedy, Crime, MusicIn Chicago, two friends, Connie and Carla, unknowingly witness a mafia murder and flee to Los Angeles. There, they assume the identities of drag queens, performing as singers in dinner theaters. Their act becomes a sensation, but their cover is threatened when Connie develops feelings for Jeff, a man she desires to be a woman.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8 - 9
PodiumMovie · 2004 · 95m · Comedy, MusicBernand Fréderic is an unremarkable bank executive with a wife and son. He once lived a different life, as the celebrated French singer Claude François. Now, with the annual Imitators Gala approaching, he's forced to decide between his family and the one thing that still brings him joy: the adoration of the crowd.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 10
LorenzoMovie · 2004 · 5m · Animation, Comedy, FamilyLorenzo, a cat, is troubled by a strange development: his tail has seemingly gained a mind of its own.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 11
9 SongsMovie · 2004 · 70m · Drama, Music, RomanceGlaciologist Matt travels the remote, icy South Pole, reflecting on his relationship with Lisa. They first meet at a crowded concert at London's Brixton Academy and share an intimate night. Over several months, they explore their mutual physical attraction, with their experiences mirroring the progression of nine live concert songs.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.6 - 12
Cazuza: Time Doesn't StopMovie · 2004 · 98m · Drama, Music, HistoryBased on Lucinha Araújo's memoir, "Só as Mães São Felizes," the film chronicles Cazuza's intense and short life over a decade. It follows his journey from early success at the Circo Voador in 1981 through his rise to fame with Barão Vermelho, his solo career, and his relationships with family, friends, lovers, and passions. The film also portrays his courage in confronting his final years with HIV, culminating in his death in 1990.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 13
Where's Firuze?Movie · 2004 · 132m · Comedy, Drama, MusicMusic producers Hayri and Orhan are deeply in debt and searching for their next big break. They discover Ferhat, a worker in Germany, and bring him to Istanbul to sign him. While struggling to fund Ferhat's first album, they receive unexpected support from a wealthy woman named Firuze. The future looks promising, but hidden truths begin to emerge.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 14
Beyond the SeaMovie · 2004 · 118m · Drama, MusicThis film chronicles the life of Bobby Darin, the iconic entertainer, by shifting between his childhood and adult years.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 15
It's All Gone Pete TongMovie · 2004 · 90m · Drama, Comedy, MusicThis is a comedy about the remarkable life of Frankie Wilde, a once-great DJ. The film follows Frankie from his rise to fame as one of the best DJs around, through a difficult struggle with a hearing problem, and finally to his unexplained vanishing act.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.5 - 16
Swing GirlsMovie · 2004 · 105m · Comedy, MusicThis is the story of two rebellious schoolgirls who try to avoid summer remedial math class. Their scheme to get out of it takes a dark turn when they accidentally poison the school's brass band and replace them with imposters.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8 - 17
Metallica: Some Kind of MonsterMovie · 2004 · 141m · Documentary, MusicFollowing bassist Jason Newsted's departure in 2001, heavy metal icons Metallica decide on an intervention. This documentary captures the band's journey as they work with a therapist to address two decades of bottled-up anger and aggression. While searching for a new bassist, recording a new album, and facing their individual struggles, the members of Metallica begin to communicate more openly than ever before.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 18
Raise Your VoiceMovie · 2004 · 103m · Music, Drama, RomanceThis is a coming-of-age story about a young singer in a small town who is devastated by her brother's death in a car accident. He had secretly enrolled her in a summer program at a performing arts academy in Los Angeles. There, she discovers a completely different life in the city, a world away from her familiar hometown.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.5 - 19
As It Is in HeavenMovie · 2004 · 132m · Romance, Drama, ComedyA musical romantic tragedy follows a renowned composer who returns to his quiet hometown following a heart scare. Seeking a simpler life, he takes on teaching the local church choir, facing initial resistance from the community. However, the choir develops a deep affection for their unconventional teacher.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 20
De-LovelyMovie · 2004 · 125m · Drama, MusicThe lives of composer Cole Porter and his wife, Linda Lee Thomas, were always glamorous and unconventional, spanning from Paris to Venice to Broadway and Hollywood. Cole's passionate pursuit of life often challenged their marriage, but Linda remained his constant inspiration, fueling the creation of some of the most beloved songs of the 20th century.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 21
RayMovie · 2004 · 152m · Drama, MusicRay Charles was born on a Florida sharecropping farm and lost his sight at age seven. Encouraged by his strong-willed mother to be self-reliant, he discovered his talent playing the piano. Performing throughout the South, the soulful singer built a reputation before achieving international fame by blending gospel and country music.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4
