Rumble Fish could easily be labeled as cryptic or pretentious, but an experienced director like Francis Ford Coppola brings this film plenty of life. This picture was one of Coppola's most beautiful efforts visually, full of stunning smoke filled black and white imagery that brings out both the beautiful and the ugly in the everyday world. This film was also very interesting emotionally, making a melancholic atmosphere that could've been dry but was strangely emotional. And Matt Dillon gives a great performance as the main character who never exactly gets what's really going on. My only complaint about this film was that Stewart Copeland's score often sets the wrong tone for this dark and emotional film. But Coppola overall brings an emotional look on the confusion of being a teenager.

Coppola's experimental movie is the avant-garde version of The Outsiders. Stars a young Rourke that steals every scene. The score was also an interesting choice. A good effort by Coppola to give the audience something different and new.

Ya just gotta know what you’re getting into! Yes, it is an homage to French New Wave cinema - it watches like a sequel to “Breathless”. SE Hinton’s gritty YA novels were the male dirty white trash answer to Judy Blume, and they resonated deeply with me and my generation. This is a harder R than I remember, although a number of 80s films from my youth are that way. Younger versions of Matt Dillon, Diane Lane, Dennis Hopper, Christopher Penn, Nicolas Cage are incredible to watch decades later. If you thought Mickey Rourke was a cool cat in “Diner”, wait until you rewatch this - you’ll remember what the fuss was all about.

Brilliant film, cast, and screenplay

While I am fairly sure I read "Rumble Fish" when I was a lot younger, I have no recollection of the novel. I do however have a good recollection of "The Outsiders" which has always been a movie adaptation I really liked and one that I rewatched recently. I think this movie has some similar themes about violence and self-damaging behavior, but I feel it is more focused on a singular character and his struggle, which makes it feel more personal. I don't think it is always the most entertaining movie, as it can be intentionally pretty bleak, but it is a fascinating watch, that leaves an emotional punch by the end of it. Francis Ford Coppola adapting S.E. Hinton's most famous novels in the 80s is an era I actually really appreciate and think it is cool to see how the filmmaker has done so many different things in his career. Overall, this is a solid movie with complex ideas and good performances that are put together in a stylish way.

Rumble Fish is an awesome film! Mickey Rourke is great as the Motorcycle Boy. Matt Dillon and Dennis Hopper are great as well. I love the original score. Rumble Fish is artsy, well made, well directed and is a pleasurable viewing experience. I definitely recommend. 89/100

Enjoyed the characters, adored the young Diane Lane in this one. She was such a sweetheart. Matt Dillon was amazing too as was Mickey Rourke. Lots of amazing actors in this movie before they became big which makes this interesting too. The footage of Tulsa was unique giving the visuals a natural vibe. The black and white aspect added noir to this and the dialogues were engaging. This is a movie in my collection and one I watch over and over. The Diane middle finger scene always touches my heart. Her character was so cute.

The greatest 01 hour: and 34 minutes ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated R for Strong Language Throughout, and Violence/ Gore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Feels like a slightly weaker Outsiders.

This is all about visual experience. Score by Stewart Copeland of The Police. I don't think you need to care about acting and story in this.

Yet another unnoticed American classic. This film is incredible piece of art. It's obscure, yet very realistic. An amazing cast and story!

I always felt it to be a great rock n roll movie. When you see me, ask me.

A strange companion piece for The Outsiders, that's much more adult in showing adolescence. It's stagey and plays much like you would expect from an indie or student film, but it still wrestles with some interesting themes of legacy and how it can affect a young mind.

A deeply flawed masterpiece.

Better than The Outsiders which is already a great film. All of the characters shine in their own way in this masterpiece. Soundtrack is terrific.

One of my all time favourites. Stunning visuals and sense of time passing you by. Great story, loved it. Watch this movie!

A ho-hum side project from the legendary Francis Ford Coppola that still demands your investment in the characters through sharp camera movements and framing.

One of the greatest teen films in the genre with great acting by Matt Dillon and Mickey Rourke. This film, from director Francis Ford Coppola, is a piece of art. You don't have to be a teen to connect with these characters and their story.

GRAN SAYS THAT THIS IS BAD! NEVER WATCH

Best juvenile performance ever from Matt Dillon. Loved this movie since I was 7-8 years old. I knew it was something special, one of my favourites!