Viraj Abeysekera Zach Efron plays Cole Carter, a small-time local California DJ struggling to find his way into the upper echelons of the EDM scene. His friend group serve as his anchors, although ultimately their different paths don't really mesh with Cole's own dreams and goals (this all culminates in a pivotal scene near the end of the film). He unwittingly catches a big break at a local club where he is noticed by James (Wes Bentley) a once-great DJ who has become bitter and jaded. His wealth and industry connections continue to make him relevant, however. Seeing promise in Cole James takes him under his wing. Through James Cole is introduced to Sophie, who he is immediately taken with. Cue the typical romantic love triangle sub- plot conflict. To this film's credit it plays it better than most movies of this type. The film's music does it quite the credit in complementing its scenes. I'm not a fan of EDM admittedly, and I still managed to be engaged. Wes Bentley really steals the show here in my opinion; he gives the only truly good performance in this film. "We Are Your Friends" doesn't break any new ground, nor is it trying to. It's simply playing to its own rhythm and its up to you if you whether or not you want to follow along. Recommended for anyone into/interested in electronic music.

blakegaubert Being someone who has fiddled with music production and DJing, everyone was asking if I was going to see this movie. I never actually saw it in theaters and saw it on HBO. I had heard that it had received some mixed reviews so that kept me away from it but after seeing it I really enjoyed the movie. I thought the beginning was great and Zac Efron really nailed his character, as well as his friend group. The music was suburb throughout the entire movie, definitely the best part of the movie. The middle kinda got lost in the plot and leading up to the death of squirrel it felt like the movie itself was lost. But after his death I thought the movie picked back up and the ending in my opinion was really good. I gave it a 7 out of 10 because it really caught my attention for a Saturday afternoon flick, but I fell it is definitely worth the watch if you have the time

Josh Turnbull Critics hate it, I love it. I don't know what it was because yeah it was predictable but for me this film just clicked. This film was based on a very straight forward plot-line but covered so much more. Through this movie you have; the story of friendship, exotic romance, great music and quite simply the hardship of life weather it's job related a rough childhood this film covers it. It's a simply film that is able to attract most film lovers, if your into romance, documentary's or action movies your'll probably like this film. It's the story of a boy (Zac Efron) who DJ's at small local gig's that are organized by his friends. A famous Dj see's that he has talent and helps him get a huge concert. But during this there is cheating, death, fighting and Zac and his friends find their place in the world. I would definitely recommend seeing this film as it's a great, inspiring film that will almost certainly make you want to go to Las Vagas and Party!

Maximilian Perenda The movie "We Are Your Friends" tells the story of Cole and his three friends who live in San Fernando Valley. Cole the protagonist wants to become a big DJ. Cole meets James in a Club who is already a famous DJ. He becomes his mentor and tries to teach him how to create the one big track which will start his big career. The movie summarized is about music (EDM), parties, love and "to get better than this".The story is simple and casual, but the cinematography is in my opinion excellent. It feels like you are with them. You are a part of the movie. The songs are well chosen and are very catchy. The summer, the parties and the music in the movie makes my wish for summer unstoppable.I can totally understand that the movie is not for everybody. It is a movie for the younger generation which like the "new" electronic sounds. It is unfortunate that the movie was a flop.