comeback

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come·back / ˈkəmˌbak/ • n. 1. a return by a well-known person, esp. an entertainer or sports player, to the activity in which they have formerly been successful. ∎  a return to fashion of an item, activity, or style: stirrup pants have made a comeback.2. inf. a quick reply to a critical remark. ∎  the opportunity to seek redress.

Comeback

views updated May 18 2018

Comeback ★★½ 1983

The story of a disillusioned rock star, played by Eric Burdon (the lead singer of the Animals), who gives up his life in the fast lane and tries to go back to his roots. 105m/C VHS, DVD . Eric Burdon; D: Christel Bushmann; M: Eric Burdon.