David Brent: Life on the Road Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 22000 votes
Tags: aspiring rock star, camera crew
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Synopsis

David Brent: Life on the Road follows the story of Ricky Gervais' character, David Brent, who was previously seen in the British TV comedy "The Office".

It isn't required to have seen the 2001 British TV comedy "The Office" before watching this film. Comedian/writer Ricky Gervais created and starred in the TV series and this film as David Brent. Brent is just as clueless in this film as he was in the earlier TV series.

There Gervais played a clueless middle manager in a paper supply company in Slough, England, here he plays a clueless salesman at Lavichem, a cleaning supply company also in Slough.

After working for two unexciting companies, Brent wants some excitement and what better way to get excitement is to become a rock musician. He cashes in his retirement, recruits a band, rents a tour bus and takes time off work to tour Slough with his new band.

The film follows him on his 'Rock N Roll' tour where it becomes evident that he doesn't have the talent necessary to become a star - or even enough talent to keep from embarrassing his band. The members of his band continue to back him up because he's paying all the bills.

Eventually he runs out of money and time so he returns to Lavichem with the idea to save enough money to make another try at his rock-star dream. In both the TV comedy and this film he is followed by a documentary film crew which allows the David Brent character to deliver comments along the way.

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David Brent: Life on the Road
Life on the Road
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Cards We're Dealt
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Ooh La La
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Handbags and Gladrags
Mike d'Abo: Performer
Thank Fuck It's Friday
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Lady Gypsy
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Please Don't Make Fun of the Disableds
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Fashion
David Bowie: Performer
Spaceman
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Equality Street
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Agadou Dou Dou
Electric Parts
Benjamin Price: Writer
Native American
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Lonely Cowboy
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Paris Nights
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Ain't No Trouble
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Slough
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Don't Cry It's Christmas
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Devils Gun
The Fades: Writer
Electricity
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Freelove Freeway
Ricky Gervais: Writer
Mysterious Girl
Peter Andre: Performer
Peter Andre: Writer

User reviews

Michael Green
7/10

The musical arrangements in the film showcase Ricky Gervais' talent not only as a comedian but also as a musician, adding another layer of enjoyment to the viewing experience.

Sarah Young
7/10

The music selection in the film complements David Brent's delusional rockstar dreams, creating a humorous and entertaining atmosphere throughout.

Charles Baker
8/10

The originality of the music in the film reflects the quirky and eccentric personality of David Brent, making the character even more endearing to the audience.

Dorothy Brown
4/10

The song lyrics in the soundtrack are often cringeworthy and awkward, failing to evoke any genuine emotion or humor. Instead of adding to the film's narrative or comedic value, the lyrics feel like a missed opportunity to enhance the viewer's connection to the story.

Patricia Campbell
4/10

The musical performances on the soundtrack are subpar, with Ricky Gervais' vocals coming across as forced and off-key. This detracts from the overall listening experience and makes it difficult to fully enjoy the songs.

Joseph Green
5/10

On the other hand, the soundtrack does succeed in enhancing the comedic moments of the film. The cheesy lyrics and upbeat melodies perfectly complement David Brent's awkward and cringe-worthy attempts at rock stardom. The music adds an extra layer of humor to the already ridiculous situations, making the film even more enjoyable for fans of Ricky Gervais' brand of comedy.

Melissa Brown
8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the emotional journey of David Brent as he navigates the challenges of pursuing his rockstar aspirations, eliciting both laughter and empathy from the audience.

Jennifer Wilson
7/10

The songs featured in the film are a delightful mix of rock, pop, and comedy, catering to a wide range of tastes and keeping the audience engaged throughout.

Michael Rodriguez
8/10

The original songs performed by David Brent and his band are surprisingly catchy and memorable, adding to the authenticity of the storyline.

Karen King
8/10

The soundtrack's ability to blend humor with heartfelt moments adds emotional depth to the film, resonating with viewers on a more personal level.