Rock and Roll's Greatest Failure: Otway the Movie

A genuinely funny film featuring Aylesbury's Two-hit Twit and First Man of Failure, John Otway, conducting a masterclass for bemused schoolchildren, to show them How Not to Be a Success. A case of "Mothers, tell your children not to do what I have done", to quote the B-side of a certain Top Ten hit. This film quells any doubts that Otway might be in danger of becoming more sensible as he ages and is probably the only movie in history where nobody attending the premiere could predict the ending, which was still in production. This was a brilliant twist and a big gamble; full credit should go to the editors for pulling it off.

Otway the Movie should win awards. I can't wait for the DVD!

This is a marvellous documentary about a man who desperately wanted to be a star, but (only) just missed out. The fact that the movie was made at all shows the esteem that his fans have for him. John Otway had a dream and in many ways achieved it. He had a hit with Wild Willy Barrett, shot to fame thanks to the Old Grey Whistle Test and has had varying successes and failures over the past 40-odd years. The commentary throughout this film shows the affection of everyone for one of rock and roll's greatest failures. It will have you laughing and crying all at the same time. He is still living the dream and long may he do so. Not to be missed.

Funny how all the low votes come from the USA where it has never been seen , and at the time of writing is not even available on torrent. This movie is genuinely funny and totally incredulous and also true. Make up your own mind only after you have watched it.

This movie was made to expand the exploits of John Otway into the public domain. It is the story of a young boy bullied at school who took on all the bullies and rather than try to only gain acceptance set was determined to become their hero.

There is no backing from TV talent shows here only blind ambition.It's the story of over 40 odd years of constant touring and and fan base that identify with that.

The movie is totally unique in the way that Otway is unique.

If you have not seen the movie please don't vote

This is the story of John Otway's rise and fall and fall and fail and fall and fail. He dreamed a dream and probably should have stayed in bed.

Is this movie funnier than Spinal Tap? Yes, because it's true. Is this movie more tragic than Macbeth? Yes, because it's true. Is Otway the world's greatest Rock'n'Roll failure? It's harsh but fair. However Otway has a fan base that is dedicated to transforming his failures into success. His fans have moved mountains, trains and chart positions! They have sung, sweated and smiled. This story is as much there's as it is his.

Watch this movie. It will make you smile but more than that, it will go to Otway's head and inspire him to fail some more :-)

John Otway is a genuine man and a dreamer and I respect that. A lot of his songs are terrible and yet a lot of them are superb.

This movie is well worth seeing. It is hilarious, endearing, a little emotional and confirms that John is actually an inspiration.

I discovered Otway about 13 years ago on a copy of the 'Old Grey Whistle Test' DVD - He was performing 'Really Free'. I'd never actually seen the famous footage until this movie, where it is used like a running gag.

Anyway, if you're a fan of rock 'n' roll, success, failure or hair brained schemes - you should go see this movie.

If you have not yet experienced John Otway - you should go see this movie and then buy a ticket to one of his gigs next time he's in your town. I guarantee it will be the first of many you attend.

PS: David Crabtree as Deadly - The Roadie. The best bit is where he runs over all the glass and cuts his feet, oh wait! That was Die Hard.