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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Ian MacKaye
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Vic Bondi
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Joe Keithley
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Moby
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Springa
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Keith Morris
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Hank Williams III
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Phil Anselmo
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Director
Paul Rachman
Screenplay
Steven Blush
Tagline
"The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986"
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Production
Envision Films
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