Such a classic. I've loved this movie since it was released, and it still holds up.
_SLC Punk_ is a drama, not a comedy. Sure, there are funny moments in it, but the story itself is serious. The best comparison I can make is to _Trainspotting_, which was released two years prior. The big difference is that _Trainspotting_ dealt with heavy subject matter from start to finish, whereas _SLC Punk_ has a few heavy moments, yet is mainly concerned with being fun.
Set in the 1980s, the story follows Stevo - played by Lillard - and his friends. We get to meet all of these colorful characters, as we weave through their day-to-day life.
The cast really is the lifeblood here; in less-capable hands, the movie would fall on its face.
Another great component is the soundtrack. What a fantastic selection of punk music from the 1980s.
So many reasons to enjoy this. If you like movies from the 1990s or if you are into punk, this is a must watch.