MR. JIMMY (Buffalo Premiere)

Directed, Produced & Edited by Peter Michael Dowd

Akio Sakurai has dedicated his life to honoring Jimmy Page. For 30 years he recreated vintage Zeppelin concerts note-for-note in small Tokyo clubs. Moving to L.A. to pursue his tribute dream, cultures clash and Akio’s idyllic vision meets reality.

In snowbound Tokamachi, Japan, teenaged Akio Sakurai took refuge in his room, escaping to another world with a pair ofheadphones and a pile of Led Zeppelin records. Moving to Tokyo, Akio worked as a kimono salesman by day, but by nightbecame “Mr. Jimmy,” adopting the guitar chops and persona of Jimmy Page. For 35 years, Akio recreated vintageZeppelin concerts note-for-note in small Tokyo clubs, until the “real” Jimmy Page stopped by one night, and Akio’s lifechanged forever. Inspired by Mr. Page’s ovation, Akio quits his “salary man” job, leaving behind his family to move to LosAngeles and join “Led Zepagain.” Soon cultures clash, and Akio’s idyllic vision of America meets with reality.

“At times both inspiring and melancholy, and consistently fascinating, Mr. Jimmy is a compelling look at fandom taken to a degree that most would never even consider.” RT

“If you’re a fan of Led Zeppelin or this particular era of classic rock in general, you’ll be sure to enjoy Mr. Jimmy.”-RT

Led Zeppelin approved the use of all songs featured in the film

Tickets $10

​General Admission– Please arrive early to get your desired seating style (couches, tables, chairs, bar stools).

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