Movie called "FM"?!
Question: Came out in the late 70's. Linda Ronstadt sang in it, Was about the early FM stations being started
Answers: Came out in the late 70's. Linda Ronstadt sang in it, Was about the early FM stations being started
FM (1978)
Summary:
Q-SKY is the #1 radio station in Los Angeles mainly because of the music they play, and running the station the way they want to. It has led them to a ratings success. The interesting radio personalities include: Jeff Dugan, rebellious head of the radio station; Mother, who is burned out from being a DJ; Eric Swan, a self centered romantic who wants more than just being a DJ; The Prince of Darkness, the hip night DJ; and Laura Coe, the easy-going type. The movie focuses on the battle between Jeff and his corporate bosses, who want more advertising and less music.
Cast includes Michael Brandon, Eileen Brennan, footballer turned actor Alex Karras, Cleavon Little of "Blazing Shadows" fame, Martin Mull, Norman Lloyd of "St. Elsewhere" fame, the future Mr. Jane Seymour~James Keach, Linda Ronstadt, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Petty, and REO Speedwagon
I remember the soundtrack being very popular. I don't have a copy, but a lot of my friends did. Check out the songs here:
http://www.amazon.com/1978-Film-Various-...
You're right, it's called "FM", here's the link:
http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1800157239...