American Hardcore (2006)

09/22/2006 (US) • 1h 40m

Documentary, Music

The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986

Overview

Inspired by Steven Blush's book "American Hardcore: A tribal history" Paul Rachman's feature documentary debut is a chronicle of the underground hardcore punk years from 1979 to 1986. Interviews and rare live footage from artists such as Black Flag, Bad Brains, Minor Threat, SS Decontrol and the Dead Kennedys.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

musician

philosophy

interview

punk rock

flyer

mohawk

anthropology

thrash metal

counter-culture

hard rock

subculture

stage diving

alternative rock

underground music

hardcore punk

skinheads

history

mosh pit

slam dancing

verbal history

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