IMDb 6.7 1982 HD

Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains

Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains

1982
Comedy Drama Music
87 min R USA
6.2 / 10
6.7 IMDB

Corrine Burns retreats far into plans for her band, The Fabulous Stains, after her mother's death.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Lou Adler
Starring
Diane Lane / Ray Winstone / Peter Donat / David Clennon / John Lehne / Cynthia Sikes / Laura Dern / Marin Kanter

How Viewers Describe This Film

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Reviews

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Isabelle Dubois
May 22, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains' is a film that finds its power in its quiet moments and the unwavering spirit of its protagonist. Diane Lane’s portrayal of Corrine Burns, who dedicates herself to her band after a…

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Benjamin Hayes
May 22, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A standout performance from Diane Lane fuels this compelling drama about loss and artistic rebirth. As Corrine Burns, she channels her mother's death into an unyielding focus on her band, The Fabulous Stains, creating a character who is…

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Sophia Chen
May 22, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This film presents a poignant, if sometimes understated, journey of a young woman navigating grief and ambition. Corrine Burns, played by Diane Lane, finds solace and purpose in her band, The Fabulous Stains, following her mother's death. The…

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Marcus Thorne
May 22, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains' offers a surprisingly potent exploration of adolescent struggle and artistic awakening. Diane Lane anchors the film with a performance that is both vulnerable and steely, embodying Corrine Burns' response to profound loss…

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Eleanor Vance
May 22, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A raw, affecting portrait of a young woman finding her feet amidst personal devastation. Diane Lane delivers a compelling performance as Corrine Burns, whose grief over her mother's death propels her into a fierce dedication to her band,…

FAQs

The narrative focuses on Corrine Burns and her band, The Fabulous Stains, suggesting a strong exploration of female ambition and self-expression. While the context doesn't explicitly mention punk culture, the formation of a band driven by a young woman in the wake of personal tragedy often resonates with the spirit of DIY ethos and challenging societal norms found within such subcultures. It hints at themes of finding strength and identity.