Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! (1989) Synopsis

In the early 1960s, legendary rock star Eddie Wilson disappeared from the limelight when he drove his car off a Jersey bridge. Trying to escape his past, Eddie changed his name and has maintained a quiet life in Montreal as a construction worker under the name Joe West. However, the past will not die, it is screaming for resolution. His relentless desire to make music pulls him back to the stage where he forms a new band and an even better sound. Meanwhile, record company executives release newly-discovered tapes from Eddie's last album and promotes a worldwide search for the mysterious rock star. Joe West has become both mentor and nucleus for his new band that dreams of succeeding without knowing their mysterious leader is the real Eddie Wilson. As his new band reaches center stage, Eddie finally comes to terms with his past, himself and his music.—MGM/UA Home Video

In the early 1960s, legendary rock star Eddie Wilson disappeared from the limelight when he drove his car off a Jersey bridge. Trying to escape his past, Eddie changed his name and has maintained a quiet life in Montreal as a construction worker under the name Joe West. However, the past will not die, it is screaming for resolution. His relentless desire to make music pulls him back to the stage where he forms a new band and an even better sound. Meanwhile, record company executives release newly-discovered tapes from Eddie's last album and promotes a worldwide search for the mysterious rock star. Joe West has become both mentor and nucleus for his new band that dreams of succeeding without knowing their mysterious leader is the real Eddie Wilson. As his new band reaches center stage, Eddie finally comes to terms with his past, himself and his music.—MGM/UA Home Video

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